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Kuwait: Uncoated Felt Paper Market 2024

Uncoated Felt Paper Market Size in Kuwait

In 2022, the Kuwaiti uncoated felt paper market increased by 32% to $X, rising for the third year in a row after three years of decline. Overall, consumption saw strong growth. Uncoated felt paper consumption peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Uncoated Felt Paper Exports

Exports from Kuwait

In 2022, overseas shipments of uncoated felt paper and paperboard were finally on the rise to reach X kg after five years of decline. In general, exports, however, recorded a precipitous decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when exports increased by 89% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, uncoated felt paper exports soared to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a precipitous curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when exports increased by 101%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Saudi Arabia (X kg), Oman (X kg) and the United Arab Emirates (X kg) were the main destinations of uncoated felt paper exports from Kuwait.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Oman (with a CAGR of +5.7%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, Oman ($X) remains the key foreign market for uncoated felt paper and paperboard exports from Kuwait, comprising 58% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the United Arab Emirates ($X), with a 25% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Oman amounted to +31.6%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the United Arab Emirates (-30.3% per year) and Saudi Arabia (+11.9% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average uncoated felt paper export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with an increase of 7.7% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a strong expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 an increase of 96% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2021 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Oman ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Saudi Arabia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Oman (+24.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Uncoated Felt Paper Imports

Imports into Kuwait

In 2022, supplies from abroad of uncoated felt paper and paperboard increased by 32% to X tons, rising for the sixth consecutive year after three years of decline. Over the period under review, imports showed a buoyant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of 421%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, uncoated felt paper imports soared to $X in 2022. In general, imports recorded a pronounced increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 262%. Imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Saudi Arabia (X tons) was the main supplier of uncoated felt paper to Kuwait, with a approx. 99% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Saudi Arabia totaled +9.4%.

In value terms, Saudi Arabia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of uncoated felt paper and paperboard to Kuwait.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Saudi Arabia stood at +3.1%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average uncoated felt paper import price amounted to $X per ton, declining by -5.2% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a abrupt descent. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when the average import price increased by 155%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Saudi Arabia.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Saudi Arabia amounted to -5.7% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for uncoated felt paper and paperboard in the world?

The country with the largest volume of uncoated felt paper consumption was Canada, accounting for 21% of total volume. Moreover, uncoated felt paper consumption in Canada exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Italy, threefold. The third position in this ranking was held by Indonesia, with a 7.9% share.

What are the largest producers of uncoated felt paper and paperboard in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2022 were Indonesia, the United States and Canada, together comprising 68% of global production. The Czech Republic, Italy, the United Arab Emirates and Russia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 21%.

What are the leading suppliers of uncoated felt paper and paperboard to Kuwait?

In value terms, Saudi Arabia constituted the largest supplier of uncoated felt paper and paperboard to Kuwait.

What are the leading importers of uncoated felt paper and paperboard from Kuwait?

In value terms, Oman remains the key foreign market for uncoated felt paper and paperboard exports from Kuwait, comprising 58% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by the United Arab Emirates $845), with a 25% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for uncoated felt paper and paperboard in Kuwait?

The average uncoated felt paper export price stood at $4,864 per ton in 2022, surging by 7.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for uncoated felt paper and paperboard in Kuwait?

In 2022, the average uncoated felt paper import price amounted to $638 per ton, reducing by -5.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the uncoated felt paper market in Kuwait. 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 17124360 - Uncoated felt paper and paperboard in rolls or sheets

Country coverage:

Kuwait

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Kuwait
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
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023