The sold production of gypsum and anhydrite in Spain showed a substantial increase between 2013 and 2021, peaking in 2021 at 14.556 billion kilograms. However, a decline began in 2022, with a decrease to 13.875 billion kilograms, and continued into 2023, reaching 13.211 billion kilograms. The year-on-year variations for the last two years showed a reduction of 4.67% in 2022 and 4.79% in 2023. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last 5 years fell to 4.52% by 2023.
The forecast data from 2024 to 2028 predicts a steady decline, culminating in a value of 9.9891 billion kilograms by 2028. The forecast 5-year CAGR shows a negative trend of -4.47%, indicating a 20.43% total decrease over the forecast period.
Future trends to watch for include potential shifts in construction activity, regulatory changes, and technological advancements in alternative materials, all of which could significantly impact the demand for gypsum and anhydrite in Spain.
