In 2023, Germany and Italy were the top importers of unwrought unalloyed refined copper in Europe, holding significant shares of 28.64% and 28.53%, respectively. Notable growth occurred in Austria with a remarkable 31.51% increase, while Estonia observed an impressive 126.14% rise. Conversely, countries like Sweden and Portugal experienced notable declines, with -18.83% and -24.01%, respectively.
Future trends to watch out for include:
- Potential stabilization or growth in Italy's imports given its recent minimal increase.
- A continued increase in Austria's import share could be anticipated based on its recent surge.
- Monitoring countries with significant decreases could inform strategic adjustments in sourcing strategies.
- Potential geopolitical and economic factors influencing copper supply and demand in Europe might alter shares significantly.
Top countries in Import of Unwrought Unalloyed Refined Copper Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 28.64 | 2023 | +1% | -3.8% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 28.53 | 2023 | +4.12% | +0.2% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 11.01 | 2023 | +2.55% | -0.18% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 10.83 | 2023 | +2.95% | -9.11% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 5.4 | 2023 | +2.75% | +4.52% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 3.61 | 2023 | -0.28% | +1.02% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 3.34 | 2023 | +12.24% | +31.51% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 2.53 | 2023 | -5.99% | +1.5% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 1.7 | 2023 | +3.2% | -1.24% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovakia | 1.23 | 2023 | +4.16% | +5.63% | View data |
