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Portugal: Pig Iron Market 2024

Pig Iron Exports

Exports from Portugal

In 2022, overseas shipments of pig iron and spiegeleisen increased by X% to X tons, rising for the fourth consecutive year after two years of decline. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a dramatic shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, pig iron exports rose significantly to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when exports increased by X%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

France (X tons), Sweden (X tons) and Spain (X tons) were the main destinations of pig iron exports from Portugal.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Sweden (with a CAGR of X%), while the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, France ($X), Sweden ($X) and Spain ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for pig iron exported from Portugal worldwide, with a combined X% share of total exports.

Sweden, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Export Prices by Country

The average pig iron export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price saw buoyant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when the average export price increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Spain ($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 Finland (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Pig Iron Imports

Imports into Portugal

In 2022, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in purchases abroad of pig iron and spiegeleisen, when their volume decreased by X% to X tons. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a prominent expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, pig iron imports reduced dramatically to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a remarkable increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Spain (X tons) constituted the largest pig iron supplier to Portugal, with a X% share of total imports. Moreover, pig iron imports from Spain exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Germany (X tons), more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Estonia (X tons), with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Spain totaled X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Germany (X% per year) and Estonia (X% per year).

In value terms, Spain ($X) constituted the largest supplier of pig iron and spiegeleisen to Portugal, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Germany ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Estonia, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Spain stood at X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Germany (X% per year) and Estonia (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average pig iron import price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, showed a perceptible shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of X%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the price for Estonia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Ukraine (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the leading suppliers of pig iron and spiegeleisen to Portugal?

In value terms, Spain constituted the largest supplier of pig iron and spiegeleisen to Portugal, comprising 73% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Germany, with a 7.4% share of total imports. It was followed by Estonia, with a 4.2% share.

What are the leading importers of pig iron and spiegeleisen from Portugal?

In value terms, France, Sweden and Spain were the largest markets for pig iron exported from Portugal worldwide, together accounting for 99% of total exports.

What is the average export price for pig iron and spiegeleisen in Portugal?

The average pig iron export price stood at $2,579 per ton in 2022, rising by 6.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for pig iron and spiegeleisen in Portugal?

In 2022, the average pig iron import price amounted to $705 per ton, surging by 14% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the pig iron market in Portugal. 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 24101100 - Pig iron and spiegeleisen in pigs, blocks or other primary forms

Country coverage:

Portugal

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Portugal
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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