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Import of Timepieces in Hong Kong Rises by 2% to $612M in November 2023
Import of Timepieces in Hong Kong Rises by 2% to $612M in November 2023
Apr 9, 2024
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During the review period, Watch imports peaked at 7.6M units in August 2023 but decreased slightly from September to November. In terms of value, watch imports increased to $612M in November 2023.
Import of Timepieces in Hong Kong Experiences a Slight Increase to $612 Million in November 2023
Import of Timepieces in Hong Kong Experiences a Slight Increase to $612 Million in November 2023
Mar 2, 2024
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During the review period, Watch imports peaked at 7.6M units in August 2023. However, from September to November 2023, imports slightly decreased. In terms of value, watch imports saw a modest increase to $612M in November 2023.
The Largest Import Markets for Watches
The Largest Import Markets for Watches
Jan 24, 2024
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Explore the top import markets for watches worldwide, including Hong Kong SAR, the United States, China, France, Germany, Japan, Singapore, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and the United Arab Emirates. Discover key statistics and market insights.
South African Watch Price Drops by 12% to $2.7 per Unit
South African Watch Price Drops by 12% to $2.7 per Unit
Aug 13, 2023
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In May 2023, the Watch price in South Africa stood at $2.7 per unit (CIF), showing a decrease of -12.2% compared to the previous month.
Watch Import in China Slumps 26%, Averaging $355M in April 2023
Watch Import in China Slumps 26%, Averaging $355M in April 2023
Jun 18, 2023
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In value terms, watch imports contracted sharply to $355M in April 2023.
Price of Watches in Hong Kong Jumps to $113 Each
Price of Watches in Hong Kong Jumps to $113 Each
May 5, 2023
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In January 2023, the price of Watch increased significantly, reaching $113 (CIF, Hong Kong) per unit, a 34% surge from the previous month.
Watch Import in America Slumps 23%, Averaging 10M Units in November 2022
Watch Import in America Slumps 23%, Averaging 10M Units in November 2022
Feb 6, 2023
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In November 2022, the watch price amounted to $52.8 per unit (CIF, US), picking up by 31% against the previous month.
Watch Market Report 2022: Trends and Brands
Watch Market Report 2022: Trends and Brands
Jun 25, 2022
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The continued rise in popularity of smartwatches is having a major impact on the watch market. 
China Emerges as Fastest-Growing Importer of Swiss Watches Over Past Decade
China Emerges as Fastest-Growing Importer of Swiss Watches Over Past Decade
Dec 13, 2021
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China ($2.5B) emerges as the largest and fastest-growing importer of Swiss watches, ramping up its purchases by +9.1% per year on average over the past decade. Despite the Covid crisis, it increased imports by 31%, while the rest of Switzerland's trade partners decreased supplies. The U.S. ($2B) and Hong Kong SAR ($1.7B) followed China in the top importer ranking. 
Which Country Imports the Most Complete, Unassembled Watch and Clock Movements in the World?
Which Country Imports the Most Complete, Unassembled Watch and Clock Movements in the World?
Jul 26, 2018
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In value terms, complete, unassembled watch and clock movements imports stood at $X in 2016. Overall, it indicated a temperate expansion from 2007 to 2016: the total imports value increased at an a...
Which Country Imports the Most Watch Straps, Watch Bands, Watch Bracelets and Parts Thereof in the World?
Which Country Imports the Most Watch Straps, Watch Bands, Watch Bracelets and Parts Thereof in the World?
Jul 26, 2018
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In value terms, watch straps, watch bands, watch bracelets and parts thereof imports totaled $X in 2016. Overall, it indicated a remarkable expansion from 2007 to 2016: the total imports value decrea...
Which Country Imports the Most Watch Cases and Parts Thereof in the World?
Which Country Imports the Most Watch Cases and Parts Thereof in the World?
Jul 26, 2018
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In value terms, watch cases and parts thereof imports totaled $X in 2016. Overall, it indicated a remarkable increase from 2007 to 2016: the total imports value increased at an average annual rate ...
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