The import of granules, chippings, and powder of granite and sandstone to Finland has shown significant fluctuations from 2013 to 2023, starting with 10.32 million kilograms in 2013 and reaching 234.26 million kilograms in 2023. The year-on-year variation indicates periods of substantial increases and a period of decline, with a remarkable spike in 2017 (784.19%) and a steady increase from 2021 to 2023. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the past five years stands at 4.71%
Future trends to watch for include:
Based on forecasted data, the imports are projected to continue rising, with a forecasted five-year CAGR of 4.14% and an overall forecasted five-year growth rate of 22.46% by 2028. Key factors impacting these trends will likely include construction demand, regulatory changes related to aggregate material importation, and global supply chain dynamics.