Austria's import volume of natural stone setts, kerbstones, and flagstones saw significant fluctuations between 2013 and 2023. The import value stood at 129.74 million kilograms in 2023, with an 8.47% year-on-year increase. The previous year had a remarkable 30.24% growth, recovering from a low in 2020. Over the last five years, the CAGR was 2.25%, indicating a gradual recovery and growth trend after a dip in 2020.
Looking towards the forecasted period from 2024 to 2028, a steady increase in imports is expected with a forecasted 5-year CAGR of 1.9%, suggesting sustainable growth of 9.86% over these years.
Future trends to watch for:
- Potential impacts of economic policies and trade agreements on import volumes.
- Changes in construction activity and infrastructure projects within Austria.
- Environmental regulations and their effect on the natural stone industry.
