The copper wire market in the UK peaked in 2013 at approximately 79.151 million kilograms and has seen fluctuations with a general downtrend since then. In 2023, the market stood at 59.767 million kilograms, indicating a consistent year-on-year decline. Significant reductions were observed in 2018 and 2020 with year-on-year drops of 10.67% and 19.61% respectively. The most recent CAGR over the past five years shows an average yearly decline of 2.87%, forecasting a market size of 49.855 million kilograms by 2028 with a total forecasted shrinkage of 13.57%.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts of alternative materials, technological innovations in wiring, and shifts in industrial demand due to green energy initiatives. Also, the recovery rate post-pandemic and changes in manufacturing policies could significantly influence future market volume.