Egypt - Iron Ores and Concentrates - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Iron Ore Market Size in Egypt
In 2022, the Egyptian iron ore market increased by X% to $X, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. In general, consumption enjoyed a pronounced expansion. Iron ore consumption peaked in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.
Iron Ore Production in Egypt
In value terms, iron ore production expanded slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production showed a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.
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Iron Ore Exports
Exports from Egypt
In 2022, approx. X tons of iron ores and concentrates were exported from Egypt; waning by X% against the previous year. In general, exports recorded a significant decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when exports increased by X%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, iron ore exports shrank remarkably to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports faced a sharp downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.
Exports by Country
Mauritania (X tons) was the main destination for iron ore exports from Egypt, with a X% share of total exports. Moreover, iron ore exports to Mauritania exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Sudan (X kg), threefold.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Mauritania was relatively modest.
In value terms, the largest markets for iron ore exported from Egypt were Mauritania ($X) and Sudan ($X). Moreover, iron ore exports in Mauritania exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest exporter, Sudan, twofold.
In terms of the main countries of destination, Mauritania, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review.
Export Prices by Country
The average iron ore export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, waning by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a noticeable curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2021, and then fell rapidly in the following year.
There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Sudan ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Mauritania totaled $X per ton.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Sudan (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.
Iron Ore Imports
Imports into Egypt
Iron ore imports into Egypt expanded significantly to X tons in 2022, surging by X% compared with 2021. Overall, imports showed a prominent increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in years to come.
In value terms, iron ore imports declined to $X in 2022. In general, imports recorded a perceptible expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by X%. Imports peaked at $X in 2021, and then reduced modestly in the following year.
Imports by Country
In 2022, Oman (X tons) constituted the largest iron ore supplier to Egypt, accounting for a X% share of total imports. Moreover, iron ore imports from Oman exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Brazil (X tons), twofold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Bahrain (X tons), with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Oman stood at X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Brazil (X% per year) and Bahrain (X% per year).
In value terms, Oman ($X) constituted the largest supplier of iron ores and concentrates to Egypt, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Brazil ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Bahrain, with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Oman stood at X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Brazil (X% per year) and Bahrain (X% per year).
Import Prices by Country
In 2022, the average iron ore import price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of X% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the average import price increased by X% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the highest price was recorded for prices from Oman ($X per ton) and Bahrain ($X per ton), while the price for South Africa ($X per ton) and Canada ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Africa (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the iron ore market in Egypt. 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 07101000 - Iron ores and concentrates (excluding roasted iron pyrites)
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Country coverage:
- Egypt
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
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- Trade (exports and imports) in Egypt
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
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- KEY FINDINGS
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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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8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
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- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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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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