European Precious Metals imports in 2023 revealed Romania as the leading importer with 1.65 million metric tons, despite a minor decline of 1.9%. Germany and Belgium also displayed significant volumes, with Germany increasing by 5.69% and Belgium decreasing by 7.68%. Remarkable growth was observed in Finland and Malta with increases of 132.66% and 231.11%, respectively. Netherlands, Bulgaria, Switzerland, Czech Republic, Estonia, and Denmark showed robust growth exceeding 10%. Conversely, countries like Italy, France, Austria, Slovakia, and Slovenia witnessed declines. Noteworthy stability emerged in the United Kingdom and minor variances were seen in other countries. The 5-year CAGR should provide a clearer understanding of these trends.
Future trends to watch:
- Uptake in demand for green technology influencing precious metals imports.
- Potential economic shifts impacting import patterns and volumes of key countries.
- Impact of regulatory changes on trade barriers and market accessibility.
- Growth in Eastern European countries reflecting broader regional economic changes.
Top countries in Precious Metals Imports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Romania | 1,650 | 2023 | +11.1% | -1.9% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 198.26 | 2023 | +2.12% | +5.69% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 125.76 | 2023 | +6.92% | -7.68% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Finland | 116.72 | 2023 | +32.44% | +132.66% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 71.7 | 2023 | +47.85% | +39.22% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Bulgaria | 42.69 | 2023 | +14.17% | +24.75% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 19.03 | 2023 | +2.84% | +2.82% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 18.07 | 2023 | +1.48% | +0.0044% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Italy | 8.03 | 2023 | -1.74% | -3.33% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Lithuania | 5.21 | 2023 | +4.16% | +5.02% | View data |
