Portugal remains dominant with a significant share of 41.71% in European sold production of ceramic household and ornamental articles, despite a slight year-on-year decline of 1.11% in 2023. Italy and Romania showed growth, with Italy increasing by 11.06%, securing the second position with 13.38%, and Romania by 2.23%, holding 12.05%. Germany, another major producer, saw a minimal decrease of 1.19%, maintaining 10.39%. Poland and the United Kingdom experienced declines of 3.22% and 10.73% respectively, while smaller players like Finland noted substantial growth at 34.05%. Conversely, countries like Hungary, Estonia, and Ireland reported significant reductions in their shares.
The future trends to watch include the increasing importance of sustainability in production, advancements in ceramic technology, and the potential shifts in market dynamics due to economic changes in the region. Germany may focus on technological advancements to regain its position, while countries like Finland could continue to increase their shares by leveraging niche markets. The overall trend suggests a slow but steady diversification of production shares across more countries.
Top countries in Sold Production of Ceramic Household and Ornamental Articles Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Portugal | 41.71 | 2023 | +1.47% | -1.11% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 13.38 | 2023 | -6.55% | +11.06% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Romania | 12.05 | 2023 | +0.72% | +2.23% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 10.39 | 2023 | +4.65% | -1.19% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 6.08 | 2023 | -2.78% | -3.22% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 6.05 | 2023 | -11.29% | -10.73% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 4.39 | 2023 | +2.24% | -1.19% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 3.06 | 2023 | +0.96% | +2.19% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czechia | 2.11 | 2023 | |||
| 10 | 10 Finland | 0.2 | 2023 | +7.57% | +34.05% | View data |
