Italy's trade balance in marble, granite, sandstone, porphyry, and basalt from 2024 to 2028 shows a consistently negative value, which suggests a deficit trend maintained throughout the forecast period. The trade deficit per capita slightly worsens, moving from -0.026 metric tons in 2024 to -0.028 metric tons by 2028, reflecting a slight increase in the trade imbalance year-on-year. The year-on-year variation remains consistent, indicating a stable yet negative trend without significant fluctuations. Over the five-year forecast period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) exhibits a stable trade deficit trajectory.
Future trends to watch include shifts in global construction demand, technological advancements in stone extraction and processing, and geopolitical influences on trade policies. Monitoring these factors could provide insights into changes in Italy's trade dynamics involving these materials.
