As of 2024, Belgium leads European imports of playing cards with a significant increase of 62.43% in 2023, reaching 29.533 million kilograms. Germany follows with steady growth at 13.428 million kilograms. Noteworthy expansions occurred in Italy, the Netherlands, and Portugal, with increases of 12.07%, 17.26%, and 13.19%, respectively. Countries such as France and Slovakia faced slight declines, while Lithuania, Cyprus, and Finland saw minimal reductions. Observing compound annual growth rate trends over the past five years indicates a robust market with dynamic shifts in demand.
Future trends to watch include:
- Continued growth in western European markets.
- Potential recovery and expansion opportunities in countries with recent declines.
- Influence of digital gaming on traditional playing card demand.
Top countries in Import of Playing Cards by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Belgium | 29,533,000 | 2023 | +58.21% | +62.43% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 13,428,000 | 2023 | +2.9% | +7.24% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 7,452,100 | 2023 | +3.19% | -0.26% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 6,433,900 | 2023 | +3.51% | +2.96% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czechia | 3,392,400 | 2023 | |||
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 3,283,000 | 2023 | +4.33% | +17.26% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 2,635,800 | 2023 | +6.94% | +8.98% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 1,818,000 | 2023 | +4.6% | +2.23% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Italy | 1,802,200 | 2023 | +9.56% | +12.07% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 1,166,400 | 2023 | +4.45% | +9.32% | View data |
