The import of unwrought copper billets to Italy is expected to decline steadily from 2024 to 2028, beginning at 20.743 million kilograms in 2024 and decreasing to 16.745 million kilograms by 2028. This indicates a consistent downward trend.
The year-on-year percentage variation from 2024 to 2025 is projected at approximately -4.96%, with a consecutive decline each year. Over the five-year forecast period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) reflects an average annual decrease in imports.
In 2023, imports stood higher than the forecasted 2024 values, highlighting a shifting market dynamic. As future trends unfold, watch for factors such as shifts in industrial demand, changes in copper prices, supply chain adjustments, and advancements in recycling technologies potentially impacting import volumes.