In 2023, the Netherlands and Italy held the largest shares of European naphtha opening stocks, with modest growth rates of 5.71% and 4.95%, respectively. Germany, France, and the UK saw declines, with France experiencing the largest drop at -9.84%. Greece and Serbia registered significant stock increases, while stability was noted in Norway. Over a five-year period, these figures reveal a mixed trend with certain countries expanding their stock levels, while others like Finland, Poland, and France contracted.
Looking ahead, anticipate ongoing fluctuations, particularly in markets like Greece and emerging markets in Eastern Europe, as they respond to regional economic dynamics and naphtha demand shifts. Monitoring investment policies, environmental regulations, and alternative fuel trends will be crucial for forecasting future stock variations.
Top countries in Naphtha Opening Stock Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 40.22 | 2023 | +0.49% | +5.71% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 31.4 | 2023 | +1.79% | +4.95% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 6.21 | 2023 | +2.94% | -2.74% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Hungary | 3.33 | 2023 | +4.32% | -3.5% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 2.7 | 2023 | -2.14% | -9.84% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 2.55 | 2023 | +3.69% | -5.18% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 2.04 | 2023 | +5.39% | -1.88% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 1.81 | 2023 | 0% | -3.69% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 1.7 | 2023 | -0.045% | +7.88% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 1.56 | 2023 | +1.15% | -0.86% | View data |
