The forecast for headed gutted fresh smooth-hounds production in capture fisheries for human consumption in France shows a slight decline from 2024 to 2028, with values decreasing from 1.34 to 1.28 thousand euros per metric ton. Compared to 2023, from where we might gather data if it existed, this trend marks a gentle downward slope. Key year-on-year percentage variations reflect this decline: -1.49% in 2025, -0.76% in 2026, -1.53% in 2027, and -0.78% in 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) implies an average annual decline of 1.12% over this period.
Future trends to watch for include potential impact from sustainable fishing practices, regulatory changes, and shifts in consumer demand that might stabilize or reverse the declining trend. Monitoring economic factors influencing fish production costs and demand will also be essential for assessing potential market adjustments.
