The Quartz and Quartzite market in Sweden exhibited varied trends over the years from 2012 to 2022. Initially growing from 2012 to 2013, it saw a downward trend from 2014 to 2016, driven by successive year-on-year declines. This trend moderated slightly, seeing a marginal uptick in 2017 and 2018, but with continued moderate growth until 2019. In 2020, the market experienced a significant contraction, likely due to the economic impacts of global challenges. However, there was a notable recovery in 2021, though the growth steadied in 2022, slightly declining.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Potential technological advancements enhancing quartz extraction and processing efficiency.
- Shifts in construction and manufacturing demands which could affect market dynamics positively or negatively.
- Possible regulatory changes impacting environmental aspects of quartz and quartzite mining and processing.
- Increasing interest in sustainable sourcing and its influence on market value.