The forecast for oriented strandboard imports to Italy shows a year-on-year growth from 2024 to 2028. Starting at 235.0 thousand cubic meters in 2024, imports are expected to increase steadily, reaching 257.96 thousand cubic meters by 2028. This represents an average compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 2.31% over this period. In 2023, the level stood at a slightly lower volume, indicating a consistent upward trend.
Future trends to watch:
- Potential impacts of economic and geopolitical factors on construction demand.
- Advancements in sustainable building materials that might affect oriented strandboard usage.
- Changes in trade policies that could influence import strategies and costs.