In 2023, Italy led European exports of cold-rolled narrow strip and cold-rolled slit strip of stainless steel, with Germany and Romania trailing. Italy and Germany exhibited contrasting performances, growing 6.89% and contracting 0.58% respectively. Other noteworthy annual changes in 2023 included Greece’s 14.05% rise and Denmark’s 50.96% surge. Conversely, Portugal and Belgium both faced a complete export cessation. Long-term trends (over five years) show a mild growth among key players, with Italy and Austria posting modest gains.
Looking forward, the European export landscape for stainless steel strips is expected to be shaped by emerging markets, technological advancements, and sustainable practices. Watch for Italy retaining primacy, Germany recovering, and smaller nations seizing niche markets.
Top countries in Export of Cold-Rolled Narrow Strip and Cold-Rolled Slit Strip of Stainless Steel by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 222,610,000 | 2023 | +16.7% | +6.89% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 186,900,000 | 2023 | +0.044% | -0.58% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Romania | 80,187,000 | 2023 | +3.12% | +2.86% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 73,060,000 | 2023 | -9.28% | -6.17% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 57,967,000 | 2023 | +5.7% | -2.3% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 34,974,000 | 2023 | -0.5% | -3.23% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Finland | 30,881,000 | 2023 | +1.25% | +1.22% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 10,679,000 | 2023 | +3.9% | +4.26% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 6,014,100 | 2023 | +7.94% | +6.63% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czechia | 2,058,500 | 2023 |
