In 2023, the production of slate in Italy stood at 112 million kilograms. Forecasted data for 2024 to 2028 indicates a declining trend in production. Year-on-year, there's a noticeable downward trend: from 2024 to 2025 a decrease of approximately 11.2%, from 2025 to 2026 a decrease of around 12.5%, from 2026 to 2027 a decrease of roughly 14.1%, and from 2027 to 2028 production is expected to fall by about 16.3%. Over this period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is approximately -11.96%, highlighting a consistent yearly decline.

Key future trends to watch for:

Increased competition from alternative materials could further pressure slate demand.
Technological advancements in slate production might offset some declines, but significant breakthroughs appear unlikely in the short term.
Environmental regulations may reshape industry dynamics, possibly increasing costs.
Global construction trends and their effect on the demand for slate in architectural applications.
The impact of economic conditions on overall construction and renovation activities, influencing slate consumption.