In 2023, Germany led the European Precious Metals Waste Extra-EU28 exports with 849.97 million euros, followed by Belgium at 732.88 million euros. The United Kingdom experienced a slight decline of -2.14%, while major growth was seen in Poland (22.87%) and Netherlands (25.56%). Minor contributors like Bulgaria saw a substantial increase of 137.43%, indicating potential market dynamics. Conversely, countries such as Slovakia (-22.38%) and Portugal (-22.85%) faced notable decreases. Lithuania and Hungary were among the standout performers with growth rates of 24.45% and 45.1%, respectively.
Looking forward, trends to watch include the potential shifts in Poland and Netherlands due to their recent growth spurts. Monitoring smaller countries like Lithuania and Hungary could reveal emerging markets. The renewal of industry practices or regulatory changes may also influence these exports. Watching for further consolidations or expansions among the top exporters, particularly Germany and Belgium, will provide insight into future market leadership.
Top countries in Precious Metals Waste Extra-EU28 Exports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 849,970 | 2023 | +4.6% | +13.85% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 732,880 | 2023 | +6.07% | +7.8% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czech Republic | 281,910 | 2023 | +5.54% | +10.21% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 252,930 | 2023 | -9.93% | -2.14% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 155,970 | 2023 | +3.92% | +8.74% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 136,700 | 2023 | +6.9% | +22.87% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 131,740 | 2023 | +6.2% | +25.56% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 116,850 | 2023 | +1.49% | +7.46% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 104,720 | 2023 | +2.89% | +4.76% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Ireland | 52,970 | 2023 | +4.93% | +3.55% | View data |
