The Netherlands leads European imports of wire rod for concrete reinforcing in 2023, despite a decline of 13.22% year-on-year. Austria shows the most significant growth at 65.91%, while Belgium and Germany face notable reductions. Countries like Bulgaria and Sweden reveal modest increases, indicating a stable demand. Conversely, Spain and Italy experience considerable contractions, affecting overall volumes imported.
Future trends to watch include the potential for increasing imports in emerging markets within the EU, fueled by construction booms. Monitoring policy changes related to construction and infrastructure investment will be crucial, as these could significantly impact import volumes and distribution among countries.
Top countries in Import of Wire Rod Used for Concrete Reinforcing by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 487,450,000 | 2023 | -8.04% | -13.22% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Bulgaria | 102,720,000 | 2023 | +3.82% | +3.75% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Sweden | 96,924,000 | 2023 | +3.66% | +3.05% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 80,077,000 | 2023 | +17.29% | +65.91% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 62,981,000 | 2023 | -1.21% | -0.75% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 54,762,000 | 2023 | -0.94% | -2.65% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovenia | 53,333,000 | 2023 | +5.79% | +14.4% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 44,999,000 | 2023 | -48.69% | -19.63% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 32,669,000 | 2023 | -0.33% | +6.49% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 26,896,000 | 2023 | +1.52% | +12.88% | View data |
