The import of open sections cold formed or folded of stainless steel to Germany is forecasted to rise gradually from 2024 to 2028, with expected values increasing from 3.952 million kilograms in 2024 to 4.0666 million kilograms in 2028. In 2023, the import volume was slightly below the initial forecast for 2024, indicating a steady year-on-year growth. The compounded annual growth rate over this period would indicate consistent, albeit moderate, expansion in the volume of imports.
Important trends to watch in the coming years include shifts in global trade policies, changes in demand within Germany's manufacturing sector, and global supply chain disruptions. Moreover, attention should be given to innovations in material sciences that might affect the utilization and demand for cold-formed stainless steel sections in various industries.
