In 2023, Sweden led with 10.48 million metric tons of direct material inputs, showing a slight decline of 0.49% YoY. Poland followed at 5.08, with a modest 0.75% increase. Romania and Italy declined, while Portugal saw a remarkable 319% rise. Germany's modest growth of 5.69% contrasted with Belgium’s 7.68% decline. The Netherlands surged by 39.22%, and Iceland had the sharpest increase at 53.42%. Significant growth in Estonia and Denmark reflects dynamic changes, while minimal movements noted for several smaller countries.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements influencing material sourcing, geopolitical shifts impacting supply chains, and the increasing role of sustainability in sourcing precious metals.
Top countries in Precious Metals Direct Material Inputs by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Sweden | 10,480 | 2023 | +1.38% | -0.49% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 5,080 | 2023 | +0.37% | +0.75% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Romania | 1,650 | 2023 | +11.1% | -1.9% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 1,480 | 2023 | +16.15% | +319.03% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 256.79 | 2023 | -1% | +3.32% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 202.65 | 2023 | +2.12% | +5.69% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Cyprus | 133.07 | 2023 | +10.59% | -2.6% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 125.76 | 2023 | +6.92% | -7.68% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 71.7 | 2023 | +47.85% | +39.22% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovakia | 58.75 | 2023 | +0.57% | +4.52% | View data |
