The European export of copper plates, sheets, and strips has seen divergent trends across countries. Germany leads in volume, although it experienced a slight contraction of 2.08% in 2023. Bulgaria and Hungary saw moderate growth, with increases of 2.8% and 2.92% respectively, indicating an emerging strength in their export markets. Italy and Finland's exports remained largely stable with minor fluctuations. The United Kingdom and Spain experienced significant declines with reductions of 3.47% and 9.17% respectively. Remarkably, Latvia, Ireland, and Malta marked substantial percentage increases, showcasing potential areas of future growth.
Looking ahead, the European market for copper exports may experience shifts due to evolving global demand, technological advancements in copper usage, and regional economic developments. Watch for Germany's strategies to remain competitive, potential expansions in Eastern European markets, and broader impacts from global trade policies and environmental regulations affecting the production and export of copper products.
Top countries in Export of Copper Plates, Sheets and Strip by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 319,700,000 | 2023 | +3.24% | -2.08% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Bulgaria | 61,621,000 | 2023 | +3.91% | +2.8% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 46,127,000 | 2023 | +1.61% | -0.091% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Finland | 36,198,000 | 2023 | +1.84% | +0.77% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 24,302,000 | 2023 | +4.51% | -2.84% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 15,612,000 | 2023 | +2.16% | -1.64% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 13,215,000 | 2023 | -0.6% | -3.47% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czechia | 4,503,600 | 2023 | |||
| 9 | 9 Spain | 2,918,200 | 2023 | -9.49% | -9.17% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 2,445,700 | 2023 | +3.58% | +2.92% | View data |
