Forecast: Import of Building Bricks to Egypt

The import of building bricks to Egypt has demonstrated significant fluctuations over the past decade. Starting in 2013 with a modest volume, imports surged dramatically in 2015 and 2016, seeing substantial year-on-year increases. However, the period following 2016 exhibited greater stability with a notable drop in 2017, followed by a general upward trend. By 2023, the volume stood at 33.018 million kilograms. The year-on-year growth rate over the past two years was 5.16% in 2023, with a five-year CAGR at 6.4%. Future projections suggest a gradual increase, with a forecast five-year CAGR of 3.59%, culminating in a 19.3% overall growth by 2028.

Future trends to watch for include:

• Potential impacts of regulatory changes on imports.

• Variations in domestic production capacity affecting import demand.

• Economic factors within Egypt, such as construction sector growth and currency fluctuations.

• Global supply chain dynamics and trade policies influencing import volumes.