In 2023, the value of fresh Tope Shark production in capture fisheries in the UK was 8.37 thousand euros, marking the starting point for the observed decline. The forecast from 2024 to 2028 shows a clear downward trend, with values decreasing annually: 2024 - 7.26, 2025 - 6.19, 2026 - 5.15, 2027 - 4.12, and 2028 - 3.12 thousand euros. The year-on-year variation for 2024 to 2025 is -14.75%, for 2025 to 2026 is -16.84%, for 2026 to 2027 is -19.81%, and for 2027 to 2028 is -24.27%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for this period is -21.91%.
Future trends to watch for include regulatory changes affecting capture fisheries, shifts in consumer demand for sustainable seafood, and potential impacts from climate change on the availability of Tope Shark populations. These factors could further influence production volumes and values moving forward.
