The forecasted Extra-EU28 imports of precious metals waste to Germany show a consistent yearly increase from 2024 through 2028. In 2023, the actual import value was recorded at 1.7825 billion Euros. Moving forward, annual growth rates reflect a slightly accelerating trend: 2.43% from 2024 to 2025, 2.32% from 2025 to 2026, 2.22% from 2026 to 2027, and 2.13% from 2027 to 2028. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over these five years is approximately 2.27%.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential shifts in global demand for precious metals, affecting import volumes and prices.
Regulatory changes within and outside the EU that could influence trade flows.
Technological advancements in recycling processes that could either augment or reduce imports.
The impact of global economic conditions and geopolitical developments on the precious metals market.