The historical data on Uranium and Thorium direct material inputs in Finland indicates notable fluctuations between 2013 and 2023. The year 2018 saw the highest value at 63 metric tons, followed by a peak of 59 metric tons in 2023. A trend analysis from 2013 reveals a general increase through 2018, followed by volatility, especially from 2020 to 2023, shaping a complex picture of inputs. Year-on-year variations ranged widely, witnessing both sudden increases like 93.33% in 2022 and dramatic drops like -44.44% in 2021. The CAGR for the last five years stood at -1.3%, signaling a slight reduction trend overall.
Forecasts from 2024 to 2028 suggest a gradually declining trend, with the material inputs expected to decrease to 56 metric tons by 2028. The forecasted five-year CAGR is -0.7%, with a forecasted five-year growth rate of -3.45%, indicating a steady but modest decline in inputs going forward.
Future trends to watch for:
- Potential market shifts driven by technological advances and energy policies.
- Global changes in uranium and thorium demand affecting local inputs.
- The impact of environmental regulations and sustainability goals.
- Potential supply chain disruptions and geopolitical factors influencing material availability.
