The Netherlands dominated the European import market in 2023 for semi-manufactured base metals, silver, or gold clad with platinum, not further worked, with a significant growth of 258.48%, reflecting a robust demand. Italy and the United Kingdom followed, with Italy experiencing a positive growth of 8.53% while the UK saw a slight decline of 0.51%. Belgium also noted an impressive increase of 61.1%. Smaller markets like Germany and Slovenia showed positive trends, whereas countries like Luxembourg saw a reduction in import activity.
Future trends to watch include continued growth in large markets like the Netherlands and potential recovery in markets like the UK. Emerging markets such as Belgium and Germany may continue to expand their import activities. Economic factors, trade policies, and technological advancements will play a critical role in shaping the import dynamics of base metals, silver, or gold clad with platinum in Europe.
Top countries in Import of Base Metals, Silver or Gold, Clad with Platinum, Semi-Manufactured But Not Further Worked by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 59,130 | 2023 | +0.15% | +258.48% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 30,600 | 2023 | +4.17% | +8.53% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 21,750 | 2023 | +3.8% | -0.51% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Sweden | 6,130 | 2021 | +29110% | View data | |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 2,490 | 2023 | +4.03% | +61.1% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 1,530 | 2021 | +85.13% | +1.81% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Ireland | 1,510 | 2021 | +18710% | +38.06% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 733 | 2021 | +73200% | View data | |
| 9 | 9 Slovenia | 308 | 2023 | +6.12% | +11.65% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Germany | 197 | 2023 | +3.88% | +21.79% | View data |
