The forecast for the import of rifles for sporting, hunting, or target-shooting to Italy from 2024 to 2028 reveals a gradual decline. In 2023, the import stood at approximately 9.7524 million US dollars. A year-on-year decrease is noted: 2024 decreases by 0.73% from 2023, 2025 by 0.82%, 2026 by 0.81%, 2027 by 0.81%, and 2028 by 0.79%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the period from 2024 to 2028 is -0.79%.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Changes in international trade policies affecting gun imports.
- Shifts in consumer preferences towards alternative sports or shooting activities.
- Evolving social or legal restrictions on firearm ownership in Italy.
- Technological advancements affecting demand for newer, more advanced firearm models.