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Paper And Paperboard Market Size in the Middle East
In 2022, the Middle Eastern paper and paperboard market increased by X% to $X, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. In general, consumption continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.
Paper And Paperboard Production in the Middle East
In value terms, paper and paperboard production fell modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the production volume increased by X%. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.
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Paper And Paperboard Exports
Exports in the Middle East
Paper and paperboard exports stood at X tons in 2022, with an increase of X% compared with 2021. Over the period under review, exports saw strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. The volume of export peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.
In value terms, paper and paperboard exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, exports showed a resilient expansion. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Exports by Country
Turkey (X tons) and the United Arab Emirates (X tons) were the main exporters of paper and paperboard in 2022, finishing at approx. X% and X% of total exports, respectively. It was distantly followed by Saudi Arabia (X tons), constituting an X% share of total exports. Israel (X tons), Iran (X tons), Kuwait (X tons) and Oman (X tons) took a relatively small share of total exports.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the key exporting countries, was attained by Oman (with a CAGR of X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Turkey ($X), the United Arab Emirates ($X) and Saudi Arabia ($X) appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2022, with a combined X% share of total exports. Israel, Kuwait, Oman and Iran lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
Oman, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Export Prices by Country
The export price in the Middle East stood at $X per ton in 2022, surging by X% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Turkey ($X per ton), while Iran ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Kuwait (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Paper And Paperboard Imports
Imports in the Middle East
After two years of decline, purchases abroad of paper and paperboard increased by X% to X tons in 2022. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, paper and paperboard imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Imports by Country
Turkey represented the major importing country with an import of about X tons, which amounted to X% of total imports. The United Arab Emirates (X tons) took a X% share (based on physical terms) of total imports, which put it in second place, followed by Saudi Arabia (X%), Israel (X%) and Iran (X%). Jordan (X tons) and Kuwait (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.
Turkey experienced a relatively flat trend pattern with regard to volume of imports of paper and paperboard. At the same time, Kuwait (X%), the United Arab Emirates (X%) and Jordan (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Kuwait emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in the Middle East, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2022. Israel experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, Saudi Arabia (X%) and Iran (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2022, the share of the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait and Turkey increased by X, X and X percentage points, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, Turkey ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported paper and paperboard in the Middle East, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by the United Arab Emirates ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Saudi Arabia, with an X% share.
In Turkey, paper and paperboard imports expanded at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2022. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: the United Arab Emirates (X% per year) and Saudi Arabia (X% per year).
Import Prices by Country
In 2022, the import price in the Middle East amounted to $X per ton, growing by X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Kuwait ($X per ton), while Saudi Arabia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Israel (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the paper and paperboard market in the Middle East. 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:
- FCL 1676 - Household and sanitary papers
- FCL 1617 - Case materials
- FCL 1618 - Cartonboard
- FCL 1621 - Wrapping papers
- FCL 1622 - Other papers mainly for packaging
- FCL 1683 - Other paper and paperboard n.e.s. (not elsewhere specified)
- FCL 1671 - Newsprint
- FCL 1612 - Printing and writing papers, uncoated, mechanical
- FCL 1615 - Printing and writing papers, uncoated, wood free
- FCL 1616 - Printing and writing papers, coated
Country coverage:
- Bahrain
- Iran
- Iraq
- Israel
- Jordan
- Kuwait
- Lebanon
- Oman
- Palestine
- Qatar
- Saudi Arabia
- Syrian Arab Republic
- Turkey
- United Arab Emirates
- Yemen
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in the Middle East, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in the Middle East
- 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
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- 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
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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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
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- 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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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Iran
- Iraq
- Israel
- Jordan
- Kuwait
- Lebanon
- Oman
- Palestine
- Qatar
- Saudi Arabia
- Syrian Arab Republic
- Turkey
- United Arab Emirates
- Yemen
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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, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Consumption, By Country, 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
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 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, 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, 2012–2023
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