The United Kingdom dominated the European import market for semi-manufactured base metals clad with precious metals, holding a significant lead over other countries. Poland and Italy also maintained a strong presence, with Poland experiencing a notable increase at 26.61% YoY, while Italy saw a slight decrease. Denmark and the Netherlands displayed remarkable growth of 237.75% and 120.27% respectively, indicating a shifting market landscape. Other countries like Greece, Cyprus, and Croatia exhibited varying degrees of increase, whereas countries such as France, Hungary, and Portugal faced declines.
Future trends to monitor include the continued growth potential in Denmark and the Netherlands, potentially driven by improved manufacturing technologies and market expansions. The impact of economic policies and trade agreements post-2023 will be critical in shaping the import dynamics of these base metals and clad materials across Europe.
Top countries in Import of Base Metals Clad with Silver and Base Metals, Silver or Gold Clad with Platinum, Not Further Worked than Semi-Manufactured Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 60.09 | 2023 | +2.8% | +1.07% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 13.22 | 2023 | +7.1% | +26.61% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 12.44 | 2023 | +9.33% | -6.62% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 4.1 | 2023 | +9.5% | +8.12% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Denmark | 2.98 | 2023 | +24.67% | +237.75% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 2.91 | 2023 | -0.3% | -11.52% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 2.11 | 2023 | -0.96% | +120.27% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 1.58 | 2023 | -0.45% | -18.87% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 1.41 | 2023 | +19.82% | -22.17% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 1.18 | 2023 | +2.42% | +0.95% | View data |
