From 2013 to 2023, Italy's per capita pumice stone market value exhibited fluctuations. In 2023, it stood at $0.093. A notable decline from $0.14 in 2013 occurred, with a continuous downward trend from 2018 to 2020, reaching a low of $0.085 in 2020. Marginal recovery was observed from 2021 onwards, though 2023 saw a slight decrease from 2022.
Year-on-year variation from 2022 to 2023 was approximately -3.13%, while from 2021 to 2022, it was -4%. Over the past five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) averaged -0.56%, signaling a general contraction in the market.
Future trends to watch include efforts towards sustainability and innovation in pumice stone usage, potentially revitalizing demand. Monitoring international trade dynamics and competition will also be crucial.
