France - Natural Bitumen and Asphalt - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Market Size for Natural Bitumen and Asphalt in France
The French natural bitumen and asphalt market declined to $X in 2023, with a decrease of X% against the previous year. Overall, the total consumption indicated a perceptible increase from 2012 to 2023: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, consumption decreased by X% against 2021 indices. Natural bitumen and asphalt consumption peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2023, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Production of Natural Bitumen and Asphalt in France
In value terms, natural bitumen and asphalt production fell to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. Overall, the total production indicated a mild increase from 2012 to 2023: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, production increased by X% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2018 to 2023, production growth remained at a lower figure.
Exports of Natural Bitumen and Asphalt
Exports from France
In 2023, approx. X tons of natural bitumen and asphalt were exported from France; waning by X% compared with the previous year's figure. In general, exports recorded a sharp decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2021 to 2023, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, natural bitumen and asphalt exports contracted sharply to $X in 2023. Overall, exports faced a sharp slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, the exports remained at a lower figure.
Exports by Country
Switzerland (X tons) was the main destination for natural bitumen and asphalt exports from France, accounting for a X% share of total exports. Moreover, natural bitumen and asphalt exports to Switzerland exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Belgium (X tons), fivefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by New Caledonia (X tons), with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Switzerland amounted to X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Belgium (X% per year) and New Caledonia (X% per year).
In value terms, Switzerland ($X), Belgium ($X) and the UK ($X) were the largest markets for natural bitumen and asphalt exported from France worldwide, with a combined X% share of total exports.
The UK, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.
Export Prices by Country
In 2023, the average natural bitumen and asphalt export price amounted to $X per ton, shrinking by X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a deep setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when the average export price increased by X%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2018 to 2023, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2023, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Switzerland ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Luxembourg (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Imports of Natural Bitumen and Asphalt
Imports into France
In 2023, overseas purchases of natural bitumen and asphalt decreased by X% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after three years of growth. In general, imports, however, showed a prominent increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, imports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, natural bitumen and asphalt imports shrank markedly to $X in 2023. Overall, imports, however, saw a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2022 to 2023, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.
Imports by Country
Belgium (X tons), Spain (X tons) and Greece (X tons) were the main suppliers of natural bitumen and asphalt imports to France, with a combined X% share of total imports.
From 2012 to 2023, the biggest increases were recorded for Spain (with a CAGR of X%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Spain ($X), Greece ($X) and Belgium ($X) constituted the largest natural bitumen and asphalt suppliers to France, with a combined X% share of total imports.
Spain, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Import Prices by Country
In 2023, the average natural bitumen and asphalt import price amounted to $X per ton, dropping by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, saw a noticeable expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of X% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2022, and then declined markedly in the following year.
Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while the price for Belgium ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Greece (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for natural bitumen and asphalt in France. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.
Product coverage:
- Prodcom 08991000 - Natural bitumen and natural asphalt, asphaltites and asphaltic rocks
Country coverage:
- France
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Trade (exports and imports) in France
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- MARKET STRUCTURE
- TRADE BALANCE
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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