In the European slate domestic market for the past year, Spain dominated extraction with a 47.26% share, followed by the United Kingdom at 29.67% and Poland at 8.12%. Notable year-on-year growth occurred in Italy with 46.02% and Hungary with 42.99%, suggesting significant expansions. Conversely, Greece and Albania faced major declines. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate indicates varying stability across countries, with Spain and the UK maintaining leadership.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements in extraction methods and potential shifts in environmental regulations. Market demand for sustainable building materials could also impact country-specific strategies.
Top countries in Slate Domestic Extraction Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 47.26 | 2023 | -1.81% | +3.5% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 29.67 | 2023 | +0.66% | +1.17% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 8.12 | 2023 | +3.55% | +7.94% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 4.8 | 2023 | -1.51% | +46.02% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 3.23 | 2023 | +3.77% | -6.36% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Norway | 2.78 | 2023 | +2.99% | -0.65% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 2.54 | 2023 | -27.88% | -24.26% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Albania | 0.64 | 2023 | -10.13% | -16.67% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Germany | 0.42 | 2023 | -11.92% | -13.35% | View data |
| 10 | 10 France | 0.27 | 2023 | +1.98% | +6.16% | View data |
