In 2023, Poland's imports of metals stood at 30.20 million metric tons. The forecasted data shows an incremental increase in metal imports, reaching 32.08 million metric tons by 2028. The year-on-year variations are relatively modest: 2024 sees a 1.36% increase, 2025 shows a 1.24% rise, followed by 2026 at 1.19%, 2027 at 1.18%, and 2028 with a 1.10% growth. Over the forecast period from 2024 to 2028, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) is anticipated to be approximately 1.21%, reflecting a steady and consistent growth trend.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts from global economic conditions, changes in trade policies, technological advances in metal production, and fluctuations in demand from key industries such as construction and automotive. Additionally, sustainability initiatives and shifts toward alternative materials could influence import levels and diversification in the metal sector.
