European exports of metals in 2023 saw Germany leading with 17.78 million metric tons, followed by Italy with 8.5 and Sweden with 7.57. Notable changes include Poland (2.33% increase), Hungary (2.08% increase), Finland (2.53% increase), and Serbia (2.54% increase). Meanwhile, significant declines were observed in Luxembourg (-3.6%), Cyprus (-5.27%), and Malta (-9.91%).
Future trends to watch:
- Continued growth in Eastern European countries like Poland, Hungary, and Romania driven by industrial expansion.
- The potential for market shifts due to environmental regulations influencing export quantities.
- Technological advancements in metal processing and production efficiency impacting overall export volumes.
Top countries in Exports of Metals Share by Country (Million Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 17.78 | 2023 | +0.35% | -0.27% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 8.5 | 2023 | +0.93% | +0.66% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Sweden | 7.57 | 2023 | +0.99% | +0.68% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 7.53 | 2023 | -0.11% | -0.48% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 7.07 | 2023 | +0.79% | +0.38% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 6.99 | 2023 | +1.31% | +0.66% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 6.74 | 2023 | +1.4% | -1.81% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 5.33 | 2023 | +2.15% | +2.33% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United Kingdom | 5.12 | 2023 | +0.053% | +0.58% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 4.25 | 2023 | +1.77% | -0.077% | View data |
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