In 2023, Italy led the European clay building materials production with a 26.26 million Euro contribution, despite a slight decrease from the previous year. Spain and Germany followed, both experiencing modest growth. Notably, Poland and the Czech Republic reported significant increases, highlighting robust growth in Eastern Europe. The smaller markets, like Cyprus and Slovakia, showed impressive relative shifts, although they remain less impactful on the overall picture.
Future trends to watch include a potential increase in Eastern European markets' shares, driven by infrastructure development and economic convergence. Italy's declining trend may continue unless strategic adaptations are made to boost competitiveness in the sector.
Top countries in Clay Building Materials Production Value Share by Country (Million Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 26.26 | 2023 | -0.78% | -2.02% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 19.83 | 2023 | +0.72% | +0.96% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 13.39 | 2023 | +1.83% | +1.96% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 9.98 | 2023 | +10.9% | +1.86% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 6.86 | 2023 | +1.94% | +1.85% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 6.75 | 2023 | +5.92% | +7.2% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 2.87 | 2023 | +1% | +0.049% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 2.63 | 2023 | +9.51% | +8.22% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 2.3 | 2023 | +0.63% | +3.16% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 2.25 | 2023 | +2.9% | +0.84% | View data |
