The sold production of bricks, tiles, and construction products in France experienced significant volatility over the past years. The actual data from 2013 to 2023 shows fluctuations with notable declines in several years, but also some recovery periods. Starting at 799.71 million items in 2013, the values saw a declining trend until 2016, followed by slight recoveries, and ending at 728.84 million items in 2023. The year-on-year variations indicate significant drops such as in 2015 (-8.41%) and 2018 (-8.25%), but also rebounds in years like 2017 (18.2%) and 2021 (16.99%). However, the last couple of years, 2022 and 2023, show negative growth rates again at -6.57% and -1.14% respectively. The recent 5-year CAGR stood at +1.08%.
The forecast until 2028 projects a steady decline in production values, with a forecasted 5-year CAGR of -0.92% and an overall growth rate of -4.51%. By 2028, the forecast projects the volume to reach 688.06 million items, indicating continuing challenges for growth in this segment.
Future trends to watch for:
- Potential impact of technological advancements in manufacturing and construction.
- Government policies and investments in infrastructure projects.
- The state of the broader economy and construction market dynamics.
- Sustainability trends and demand for eco-friendly construction materials.
