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Qatar: Market for Frozen Fish and Seafood 2024

Market Size for Frozen Fish and Seafood in Qatar

In 2023, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in the Qatari frozen fish and seafood market, when its value decreased by X% to $X. Overall, the total consumption indicated a buoyant expansion from 2012 to 2023: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, consumption increased by X% against 2020 indices. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X, and then declined significantly in the following year.

Exports of Frozen Fish and Seafood

Exports from Qatar

In 2023, the amount of frozen fish and seafood exported from Qatar amounted to X tons, increasing by X% against the previous year's figure. In general, exports posted a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when exports increased by X%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, frozen fish and seafood exports contracted remarkably to $X in 2023. Over the period under review, exports recorded resilient growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2016 to 2023, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Oman (X tons) was the main destination for frozen fish and seafood exports from Qatar, accounting for a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2014 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Oman was relatively modest.

In value terms, Oman ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for frozen fish and seafood exports from Qatar.

From 2014 to 2023, the average annual growth rate of value to Oman was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average frozen fish and seafood export price stood at $X per ton in 2023, dropping by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a pronounced descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2022 an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2023, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Oman.

From 2014 to 2023, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Oman amounted to X% per year.

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Imports of Frozen Fish and Seafood

Imports into Qatar

In 2023, imports of frozen fish and seafood into Qatar reduced dramatically to X tons, which is down by X% compared with the previous year's figure. Overall, imports, however, saw a resilient expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when imports increased by X%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2022, and then plummeted in the following year.

In value terms, frozen fish and seafood imports declined markedly to $X in 2023. Over the period under review, total imports indicated a strong increase from 2012 to 2023: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2022 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X, and then shrank markedly in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2023, Vietnam (X tons) constituted the largest frozen fish and seafood supplier to Qatar, accounting for a X% share of total imports. Moreover, frozen fish and seafood imports from Vietnam exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Thailand (X tons), twofold. Iran (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Vietnam totaled X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Thailand (X% per year) and Iran (X% per year).

In value terms, Vietnam ($X), Oman ($X) and India ($X) appeared to be the largest frozen fish and seafood suppliers to Qatar, with a combined X% share of total imports. Iran, Thailand, China, Taiwan (Chinese), the United Arab Emirates, Myanmar, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.

Iran, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average frozen fish and seafood import price stood at $X per ton in 2023, with an increase of X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when the average import price increased by X% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2023, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Oman ($X per ton), while the price for Myanmar ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Taiwan (Chinese) (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 market for frozen fish and seafood in Qatar. 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 10201330 - Frozen whole salt water fish
Prodcom 10201360 - Frozen whole fresh water fish
Prodcom 10201600 - Frozen fish livers and roes
Prodcom 10201500 - Frozen fish meat without bones (excluding fillets)
Prodcom 10201400 - Frozen fish fillets
Prodcom 10203100 - Frozen crustaceans, frozen flours, meals and pellets of crustaceans, fit for human consumption
Prodcom 10203200 - Molluscs (scallops, mussels, cuttle fish, squid and octopus), frozen, dried, smoked, salted or in brine

Country coverage:

Qatar

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Qatar
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
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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