The import of air conditioners without a refrigerating unit to Thailand stood at USD 7.4971 million in 2023. The trends from 2013 to 2023 indicate a volatile pattern with significant fluctuations. A notable spike occurred in 2014 with a 124.38% increase year-on-year. Following years saw varying growth rates including declines in certain years such as 2015 and 2020.
The recent trends over the last two years show consistent growth with a 3.21% increase in 2022 and a 3.05% increase in 2023. The 5-year CAGR up to 2023 is 2.86%, indicating modest but stable growth.
Looking forward, forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 suggest a gradual increase in import value, with a forecasted 5-year CAGR of 2.26%. The long-term growth rate over this period is projected at 11.81%, suggesting a steady upward trend.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Technological advancements in air conditioning products impacting import demand
- The impact of environmental regulations on the types of air conditioners imported
- Fluctuations in global supply chains affecting import volumes and values
- Thailand's economic conditions influencing purchasing power and import requirements