The forecasted import of frozen whole halibut to the US is expected to see a steady increase from 2024 to 2028, with values rising from $9.874 million to $10.042 million. This shows a gradual upward trend compared to 2023, where the import stood at $9.796 million. The year-on-year growth rate over the observed period averages roughly 0.4%, and the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year period stands at around 0.5%.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential impacts of changing US trade policies on seafood imports.
Fluctuations in global fishery outputs affecting supply and prices.
Consumer demand shifts, possibly influenced by health trends or ecological awareness.
Effects of advancements in storage and transportation technologies on import efficiency and costs.