The volume of horses exported from the US to the UK has shown considerable fluctuations over the past decade. From 2013 to 2017, there was a significant increase, culminating in a peak in 2017. Notable year-on-year variations include a dramatic upturn of 586% in 2015 and 120.09% in 2016, indicating volatile growth. Following 2018, a trend of decline and moderate rebounds emerged, with values stabilizing around 9.56 Thousand Heads in 2023. The most recent CAGR over the last five years shows an average decline of -12.26% per year.
Future trends to watch for include the forecasted stabilization from 2024 to 2028, with slight year-on-year growth averaging 0.72% per annum, reflecting a mature phase in the export market with a projected growth rate of 3.65% across this period. Close attention should be paid to market demand, health regulations, and trade policies impacting export volumes.
