In 2023, Italy led the European import market for Electrical Sheet and Strip, Grain Non-Oriented (width > 600 mm) with a share of 24.8%. Slovakia, Germany, and Czechia followed with shares of 20.03%, 16.11%, and 15.22%, respectively. Notable trends from the previous year include a significant drop in Italy's imports (11.99%) and a substantial hike in Finland's imports (215.14%). Portugal and Luxembourg also showed strong growth with 96.2% and 66.89% increases, respectively. Meanwhile, Romania's imports dropped considerably by 19.18%.
Future trends suggest increasing diversification among smaller countries like Portugal, Finland, and Denmark, which are experiencing high-growth rates. Conversely, more established importers like Italy and the United Kingdom may continue to exhibit slower growth or declines, emphasizing the evolving dynamics in the European import market. Monitoring technological advancements and regional economic policies will be crucial for assessing future shifts in these import trends.
Top countries in Import of Electrical Sheet and Strip, Grain Non-Oriented of a Width Exceeding 600 mm Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 24.8 | 2023 | -16.72% | -11.99% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Slovakia | 20.03 | 2023 | +3.08% | +1.81% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 16.11 | 2023 | +7.42% | +5.73% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czechia | 15.22 | 2023 | |||
| 5 | 5 Slovenia | 9.46 | 2023 | +6.4% | -1.01% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Hungary | 4.98 | 2023 | -0.64% | -3.98% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 4.32 | 2023 | +1.22% | -10.03% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 1.91 | 2023 | -1.81% | -0.082% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 1.45 | 2023 | +4.74% | -8.38% | View data |
| 10 | 10 France | 1.41 | 2023 | -42.97% | +2.17% | View data |
