The forecast for Italy's import of prepared or preserved tuna, skipjack, and bonito indicates a consistent upward trend in the time frame from 2024 to 2028, with volumes projected to increase from 139.75 million kilograms in 2024 to 149.17 million kilograms in 2028. Comparing to 2023, the imports were lower, indicating a positive growth outlook. Year-over-year variation shows a steady increase, reflecting single-digit growth annually.

The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over this five-year forecast period suggests an average annual increase, driven by factors such as rising consumer demand and preferences shifting towards seafood diets.

Future trends to watch for include:

Global tuna supply dynamics and potential impacts from overfishing regulations.
Italy's economic conditions influencing import demand.
Fluctuations in international trade policies and tariffs affecting export costs from key tuna-exporting countries.
Consumer trends towards sustainability and their effect on purchasing decisions.