Between 2013 and 2022, the import value of coal (excluding anthracite or bituminous) displayed significant year-on-year fluctuations. Variations ranged from -41.55% in 2015 to 41.93% in 2016, indicating volatile import dynamics. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years stood at -0.55%.
Future Trends to Watch: From 2023 onward, a general upwards trend is forecasted, with CAGR projected at 1.27% for the next five years, indicating moderate but consistent growth. Notable factors include global energy transitions, sustainability efforts, and shifts in Saudi energy policies impacting demand.
