The forecast for the UK's import of pig iron and spiegeleisen, expressed in million kilograms, shows a consistent decline from 2024 to 2028. In 2024, the expected import volume is 37.999 million kilograms, decreasing steadily each year to reach 35.445 million kilograms by 2028. Compared to 2023, where the imports were 38.671 million kilograms, 2024 indicates a decline of approximately 1.74%. The average compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year forecast period is -1.76%, indicating a growing trend of reduced imports.
Future trends to watch for include technological advancements in domestic production, shifts in trade policies post-Brexit, and global market dynamics. These factors could influence the demand for imported pig iron and spiegeleisen and potentially alter import volumes.