The 2020 data for European Precious Metals Waste Exports within the EU27 reveals Germany as the leading exporter, followed by Belgium and the Netherlands. Key growth areas over the past two years include Luxembourg, Bulgaria, and Latvia, showing significant year-on-year increases in export values. Conversely, Estonia is the only country with a negative growth rate during this period. Overall, the five-year CAGR indicates robust growth in intra-EU exports driven by economic recovery post-pandemic and increased recycling initiatives.
Future trends to watch in this sector include:
- Continuing shifts towards circular economy practices driving up demand for actionable waste management strategies.
- Potential regulatory changes focusing on sustainability and recycling efficiency within the EU.
- Technological advancements may further facilitate the collection and processing of precious metals waste.
- Economic fluctuations impacting trade relations and export volumes among member states.
Top countries in Precious Metals Waste Exports Intra-EU27 (2020) by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 1,327,700 | 2023 | +3.43% | +26.25% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 526,300 | 2023 | +12.61% | +5.76% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 378,650 | 2023 | +10.33% | +24.84% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 337,560 | 2023 | +11.32% | +39.93% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Lithuania | 251,340 | 2023 | +12.92% | +25.94% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 200,120 | 2023 | +6.52% | +7.05% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 141,830 | 2023 | +5.64% | +20.67% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Luxembourg | 78,410 | 2023 | +27.72% | +75.77% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Italy | 75,270 | 2023 | +5.32% | +14.75% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 74,140 | 2023 | +5.71% | +12.54% | View data |
