In 2023, Italy held a dominant position in Europe's sold production of articles of cement, concrete, or artificial stone for non-constructional purposes with a 43.84% share. France and the Netherlands followed, holding shares of 13.63% and 9.18%, respectively. Notable growth occurred in Portugal and Italy, with Portugal experiencing a notable 21.1% year-on-year increase, while Italy's production grew by 17.75%. In contrast, Slovakia and Belgium saw declines of -11.96% and -13.44%, respectively. Over the past five years, Italy and Portugal have shown strong Compound Annual Growth Rates (CAGR), suggesting steady momentum.
Looking ahead, the European market for these products is expected to experience diversified trends. Increased environmental sustainability awareness may lead to innovation in production processes and material choices, potentially boosting demand. Additionally, Italy's continued investment in production capacities and Portugal's rapid growth represent key developments that could reshape market share distributions in the coming years.
Top countries in Sold Production of Articles of Cement, Concrete or Artificial Stone for Non-Constructional Purposes Share by Country (Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 43.84 | 2023 | +6.97% | +17.75% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 13.63 | 2023 | +4.58% | +2.33% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 9.18 | 2023 | +2.96% | +2.28% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Sweden | 8.94 | 2021 | +15.64% | View data | |
| 5 | 5 Czechia | 7.94 | 2023 | |||
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 7.41 | 2023 | +0.4% | +0.79% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 5.09 | 2023 | +1.86% | +21.1% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 4.52 | 2023 | +2.96% | +2.58% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 3.6 | 2023 | +10.4% | +12.03% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 2.21 | 2023 | +4.12% | +2.09% | View data |
