In 2023, the import of bearing housings not incorporating ball or roller bearings, plain shaft bearings to France stood at 10.8 million kilograms. Forecasts for 2024 to 2028 predict a consistent annual decrease, with volumes expected to reach approximately 9.81 million kilograms by 2028. The predicted compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the forecast period is a declining trend, averaging a decrease of about 1.5% annually.

Future trends to watch for include:

Impact of technological advancements on traditional bearing housings and shaft bearings.
Potential shifts in global trade policies affecting import volumes.
Emerging markets possibly substituting or reducing dependency on mature markets like France.