Germany leads in European Direct Material Input of Non-Metallic Minerals at 627.74 million metric tons, followed by Romania (436.81), and France (419.87). Notable declines are forecasted for major economies like Italy (-3.72%) and Spain (-3.61%), while Romania sees a significant increase of 6.44%. Other countries with noticeable gains include Hungary (5.4%) and Serbia (5.51%). On average, the last five years have shown a moderate fluctuation in material input across most countries, with variations mainly between -3.72% and +6.44% over the last two years. The overall pattern highlights a mix of modest growth and decline.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Potential growth in Eastern European countries such as Romania, Hungary, and Serbia driven by industrial expansion.
- Possible decline or stagnation in Southern European nations like Italy and Spain due to economic challenges.
- Sustained development in Scandinavian countries and the UK, albeit at a slower growth pace.
- Emergent shifts in non-metallic mineral demand due to sustainability initiatives and green technology adoption.
Top countries in Direct Material Input of Non-Metallic Minerals by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 627.74 | 2023 | -0.25% | -0.94% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Romania | 436.81 | 2023 | +2.88% | +6.44% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 419.87 | 2023 | -0.022% | -0.1% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 377.36 | 2023 | +1.62% | +0.71% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 224.51 | 2023 | -0.71% | -1.28% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 189.73 | 2023 | -4.58% | -3.72% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 184.61 | 2023 | -4.13% | -3.61% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 126.1 | 2023 | +1.52% | +1.57% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 125.81 | 2023 | +3.5% | +5.4% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 123.21 | 2023 | +1.74% | +1.96% | View data |
