In 2023, European imports of non-ferrous metals saw Spain leading with a 27.04 share, despite a 7.03% drop from 2022. Ireland's imports increased by 1.83%, positioning it closely behind Spain. Germany's share also decreased by 8.24%. Notably, Greece and Malta experienced significant growth of 9.99% and 58.93%, respectively. Significant declines were observed in the United Kingdom (-36.2%) and Lithuania (-40.55%). Over the past five years, the market has shown variable trends, with Spain generally maintaining a leading position, but with challenges to its dominance due to market fluctuations affecting various countries.
Future trends to watch:
- Potential recovery in countries with substantial declines, like Germany and the United Kingdom.
- Sustained growth potential for underrepresented countries, such as Greece and Malta.
- Impact of external economic factors and policies on trade dynamics within Europe.
- Emerging technologies and substitutions potentially affecting non-ferrous metal demands.
Top countries in Import of Non-Ferrous Metal Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 27.04 | 2023 | -3.55% | -7.03% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ireland | 24.19 | 2023 | +1.58% | +1.83% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 17.07 | 2023 | -6.71% | -8.24% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Romania | 8.25 | 2023 | +1.61% | -1.26% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 7.02 | 2023 | +16.3% | -3.46% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 6.43 | 2023 | -6.58% | -9.78% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 5.76 | 2023 | +2.77% | +9.99% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Bulgaria | 4.2 | 2023 | -1.03% | -7.77% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 3.51 | 2023 | -3.32% | -13.16% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 2.66 | 2023 | -8.84% | -13.02% | View data |
