Forecast: Turnover in Refined Petroleum Products by Size Class in South Korea

The turnover in South Korea's refined petroleum products sector displayed significant fluctuations between 2013 and 2023. The highest turnover was noted in 2017, followed by a dramatic drop in 2018. From 2019 onwards, turnover shows a steady decline. By 2023, the turnover stood at 2.3186 trillion South Korean Wons, representing a marginal year-on-year decrease of 0.21%. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last five years, leading to 2023, was 1.51%.

Future trends to watch for include:

  • The forecasted turnover for 2024 is 2.3132 trillion, suggesting continued minimal declines.
  • By 2028, the turnover is anticipated to further decrease to 2.2928 trillion, indicating a negative CAGR of 0.18%.
  • Factors influencing this trend could include market saturation, shifts to renewable energy, and regulatory changes impacting the petroleum industry.

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