Forecast: Import of Sections U of Iron or Non-Alloy Steel Not Further Worked Than Hot-Rolled, Hot-Drawn or Extruded, of a Height of More Than 80 mm to Italy

The forecast for Italy's import of Sections U of Iron or Non-Alloy Steel, with a height of more than 80 mm, shows a steady year-on-year growth: about 2.2% in 2025, 2.1% in 2026, 2.0% in 2027, and 1.9% in 2028. Back in 2023, the import volume stood at 39.16 million kilograms. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is expected to be around 2.1%, indicating a gradual yet consistent increase over five years.

Future trends to monitor:

• The impact of global steel market developments on import demand.
• Italy's domestic production changes affecting import dependency.
• Emerging trade policies and tariffs within the EU and globally.
• Automation and technology advancements in steel usage.