The European export market for worked monumental or building stone (excluding granite or slate, tiles) shows Germany as the leading exporter with a slight growth of 0.12%. Italy experienced a significant decline, contracting by 24.37%, while Spain saw a notable increase of 12.31%. Portugal's exports slightly decreased by 1.24%. Emerging exporters in this market include Ireland and Belgium, which experienced increases of 13.66% and 4.67%, respectively. The Netherlands and France saw their exports drop completely. The slight variations across countries reflect divergent growth rates and market strategies specific to each country.
Future trends to watch in this sector include:
- A focus on sustainable quarrying practices could influence export profiles.
- Technological advancements in stone processing may favor countries with higher investments in R&D.
- Potential shifts in global demand due to increased urbanization in emerging economies.
- Trade policies and tariffs will continue to impact export dynamics, demanding adaptability from exporters.
Top countries in Export of Worked Monumental or Building Stone and Articles Thereof (Excluding of Granite or Slate, Tiles) by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 980,640,000 | 2023 | +0.57% | +0.12% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 558,020,000 | 2023 | -19.89% | -24.37% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 336,080,000 | 2023 | -10.6% | -1.24% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 195,660,000 | 2023 | -2.45% | +12.31% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 31,510,000 | 2023 | -0.33% | +4.67% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Croatia | 27,792,000 | 2023 | +0.57% | +0.74% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Ireland | 24,245,000 | 2023 | +4.65% | +13.66% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Bulgaria | 17,016,000 | 2023 | +0.0094% | +0.012% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 9,927,500 | 2023 | View data | ||
| 10 | 10 Finland | 8,259,800 | 2023 | -4.81% | -0.018% | View data |
