Key Market Indicators
Swazi metal products exports are projected to decline significantly over the next five years. By 2028, exports are expected to reach approximately $107,000, down from around $201,000 in 2023. This represents an annual average decline rate of nearly 10%. The trend is not new; since 2005, the supply of metal products from Swaziland has decreased at an average rate of 7.3% per year. On the import front, Swaziland's metal product imports are also anticipated to see a slight decline. By 2028, imports are forecasted to be around $5.7 million, down from approximately $5.8 million in 2023. This marks an annual decline rate of 0.3%. The demand for metal products in Swaziland has been on a downward trajectory since 2005, with an average annual decrease of 0.4%.
