The import data for non-alloy steel forged and hot-rolled bars in Europe shows Germany leading with a substantial import volume. France, the Netherlands, and Italy follow, albeit with significant percentage declines compared to last year. Notably, Slovakia and Hungary experienced slight increases, while other countries like Belgium and Finland faced considerable drops. Over the long term, trends depict a mixed picture with fluctuations across major importing countries.
Future trends to watch include the impact of economic recovery on steel demand, potential regulatory changes within the EU affecting imports, and global supply chain adjustments that may influence European import patterns of steel products.
Top countries in Import of Non-Alloy Steel Forged and Hot-Rolled Bars (Excluding Hollow Drill Bars and Rods) by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 914,890,000 | 2023 | +0.91% | -0.44% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 218,840,000 | 2023 | -4.34% | -6.23% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 170,540,000 | 2023 | -0.27% | -1.16% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 140,620,000 | 2023 | -1.2% | -9.34% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czechia | 138,820,000 | 2023 | |||
| 6 | 6 Poland | 137,770,000 | 2023 | +0.65% | -1.71% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovakia | 128,090,000 | 2023 | +2.24% | +0.22% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 125,780,000 | 2023 | +0.96% | -9.85% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 116,950,000 | 2023 | +2.16% | +2.09% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 103,430,000 | 2023 | +3.61% | -2.57% | View data |
