The European export of unrefined copper is dominated by Bulgaria, Slovakia, and Spain, collectively comprising about 75% of the total share. Bulgaria, despite a reduction, remains the leader, whereas Slovakia and Spain experienced growth. Notably, Belgium, Germany, and Italy contribute significantly with positive growth, particularly in Germany's two-digit increase. Smaller contributors, such as Sweden and Portugal, showed substantial growth percentages albeit from a low base. Conversely, Finland's considerable decline highlights market volatility.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts due to economic conditions affecting demand, technological advancements in metallurgy, and possible trade policy changes affecting key export routes. Continuous monitoring of intra-European agreements could significantly influence these trends.
Top countries in Export of Unrefined Copper Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Bulgaria | 34.79 | 2023 | -0.52% | -4.57% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Slovakia | 20.45 | 2023 | +3.62% | +8.19% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 20.1 | 2023 | +8.71% | +4.81% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 11.89 | 2023 | +3.22% | +8.73% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 5.5 | 2023 | +10.29% | +13.34% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 5.11 | 2023 | +5.05% | +16.09% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 4.89 | 2023 | -2.32% | +9.32% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 1.16 | 2023 | +9.73% | +37.88% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 0.58 | 2023 | -51.97% | -27.8% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 0.24 | 2023 | +4.14% | +15.74% | View data |
