SADC - Ferro-Silicon - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Ferro-Silicon Market Size in SADC
In 2023, the SADC ferro-silicon market increased by X% to $X, rising for the second consecutive year after three years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption, however, saw a deep slump. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2023, consumption remained at a lower figure.
Ferro-Silicon Production in SADC
In value terms, ferro-silicon production expanded significantly to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, continues to indicate a abrupt curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when the production volume increased by X%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2023, production remained at a lower figure.
Ferro-Silicon Exports
Exports in SADC
In 2023, after two years of growth, there was decline in overseas shipments of ferro-silicon, when their volume decreased by X% to X tons. Total exports indicated a measured expansion from 2012 to 2023: its volume 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 growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when exports increased by X%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2023, the exports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, ferro-silicon exports shrank to $X in 2023. Total exports indicated a perceptible increase 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, exports increased by X% against 2020 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by X%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2022, and then declined in the following year.
Exports by Country
South Africa was the main exporting country with an export of about X tons, which resulted at X% of total exports. It was distantly followed by Zambia (X tons), constituting a X% share of total exports. Namibia (X tons) and Zimbabwe (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.
From 2012 to 2023, average annual rates of growth with regard to ferro-silicon exports from South Africa stood at X%. At the same time, Zimbabwe (X%), Namibia (X%) and Zambia (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Zimbabwe emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in SADC, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2023. While the share of Zambia (X p.p.), Namibia (X p.p.) and Zimbabwe (X p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total exports from 2012-2023, the share of South Africa (X p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.
In value terms, South Africa ($X) remains the largest ferro-silicon supplier in SADC, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Zambia ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by Namibia, with a X% share.
In South Africa, ferro-silicon exports increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2023. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Zambia (X% per year) and Namibia (X% per year).
Export Prices by Country
In 2023, the export price in SADC amounted to $X per ton, which is down by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2022 an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton, and then reduced in the following year.
Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Namibia ($X per ton), while Zimbabwe ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Zambia (X%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the export price figures.
Ferro-Silicon Imports
Imports in SADC
In 2023, supplies from abroad of ferro-silicon increased by X% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a slight downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2023, imports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, ferro-silicon imports contracted to $X in 2023. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a pronounced decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2022 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The level of import peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2023, imports failed to regain momentum.
Imports by Country
In 2023, Botswana (X tons), Zimbabwe (X tons), South Africa (X tons) and Namibia (X tons) was the largest importer of ferro-silicon in SADC, constituting X% of total import. Angola (X tons) took an X% share (based on physical terms) of total imports, which put it in second place, followed by Democratic Republic of the Congo (X%).
From 2012 to 2023, the biggest increases were recorded for Namibia (with a CAGR of X%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, the largest ferro-silicon importing markets in SADC were South Africa ($X), Zimbabwe ($X) and Botswana ($X), with a combined X% share of total imports. Namibia, Angola and Democratic Republic of the Congo lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.
Namibia, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Import Prices by Country
In 2023, the import price in SADC amounted to $X per ton, shrinking by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when the import price increased by X%. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2022, and then declined markedly in the following year.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was South Africa ($X per ton), while Botswana ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Africa (X%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the import price figures.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the ferro-silicon market in SADC. 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:
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Country coverage:
- Angola
- Botswana
- Comoros
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Lesotho
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mauritius
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Seychelles
- South Africa
- Swaziland
- Tanzania
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in SADC, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in SADC
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
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- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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- 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
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- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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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
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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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- Botswana
- Comoros
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Lesotho
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mauritius
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Seychelles
- South Africa
- Swaziland
- Tanzania
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
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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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