The 2023 European export data for tiles, flagstones, bricks, and similar articles made from cement, concrete, or artificial stone illustrate significant variance across countries. Germany leads exports by volume, followed by the Netherlands. Ireland and Finland showed strong year-on-year growth, with Ireland's export volume rising by 23.56% and Finland by 13.75%. Malta, although representing a small volume, experienced significant growth at 86.89%. Meanwhile, Latvia and Hungary recorded notable declines at -9.41% and -7.46%, respectively. Over a five-year period, the sector generally exhibits moderate growth, with country-specific dynamics in play.
Future trends to watch:
- Emergence of sustainable building materials may influence export demands.
- Economic shifts and construction booms or slowdowns could impact export growth, particularly in developing and emerging European markets.
- Trade policies and regulations enforced by the European Union concerning building materials may alter export strategies.
Top countries in Export of Tiles, Flagstones, Bricks and Similar Articles, of Cement, Concrete or Artificial Stone by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 1,994,200,000 | 2023 | +1.2% | +1.61% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 1,341,100,000 | 2023 | +6.71% | +9.87% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 506,810,000 | 2023 | +0.49% | -2.07% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Ireland | 355,120,000 | 2023 | +7.66% | +23.56% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 341,920,000 | 2023 | -0.54% | +0.86% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czechia | 313,560,000 | 2023 | |||
| 7 | 7 Poland | 289,370,000 | 2023 | +1.76% | +2.18% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 248,520,000 | 2023 | +4.17% | +7.21% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Estonia | 248,440,000 | 2023 | +13.55% | +5.48% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 212,800,000 | 2023 | -1.57% | -7.46% | View data |