The import of granules, chippings, and powder of granite and sandstone to Austria has seen significant fluctuations between 2013 and 2023. In 2013, the value was 177 million kilograms, peaking dramatically in 2017 at 254.34 million kilograms. The lowest point was in 2016 with only 60.964 million kilograms. Year-on-year changes show high volatility, such as a 317.21% increase in 2017 and a 48.11% decrease in 2015. Between 2019 and 2023, the imports exhibited a more stable trend, with moderate year-on-year variations.
In 2023, the import volume stood at 270.55 million kilograms, maintaining stability with a 4.52% year-on-year increase from 2022. The compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2018 to 2023 was 5.42%, indicating a steady growth path after high volatility in the early years.
Future forecasts predict a conservative growth trend with a 5-year CAGR of 3.22% from 2024 to 2028. By 2028, imports are expected to reach 330.99 million kilograms, translating to a total growth of 17.15% over these five years.
Future trends to watch include potential economic impacts from global trade policies, fluctuations in demand from the construction sector, and technological advancements in material production that may affect import volumes.
