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Switzerland: Cobalt Ore Market 2024

Cobalt Ore Market Size in Switzerland

In 2023, the Swiss cobalt ore market decreased by X% to $X for the first time since 2020, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Over the period under review, consumption recorded a precipitous contraction. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2023, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Cobalt Ore Production in Switzerland

In value terms, cobalt ore production declined dramatically to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. Overall, production showed a precipitous slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2017 to 2023, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Cobalt Ore Exports

Exports from Switzerland

In 2018, shipments abroad of cobalt ores decreased by X% to X kg, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. In general, exports continue to indicate a dramatic decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2017 to 2018, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, cobalt ore exports stood at $X in 2018. Over the period under review, exports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when exports increased by X%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2017 to 2018, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The UK (X kg) was the main destination for cobalt ore exports from Switzerland, with a X% share of total exports. Moreover, cobalt ore exports to the UK exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Germany (X kg), twofold.

From 2015 to 2018, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the UK was relatively modest.

In value terms, the largest markets for cobalt ore exported from Switzerland were the UK ($X) and Germany ($X).

The UK, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

The average cobalt ore export price stood at $X per ton in 2018, approximately reflecting the previous year. In general, the export price posted a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when the average export price increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs in 2018 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the UK stood at $X per ton.

From 2015 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Germany (X%).

Cobalt Ore Imports

Imports into Switzerland

In 2023, cobalt ore imports into Switzerland dropped dramatically to X kg, waning by X% on 2022 figures. Over the period under review, imports recorded a precipitous setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X kg in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2023, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, cobalt ore imports shrank rapidly to $X in 2023. In general, imports recorded a dramatic decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2023, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2023, France (X kg) was the main supplier of cobalt ore to Switzerland, accounting for a approx. X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from France was relatively modest.

In value terms, France ($X) constituted the largest supplier of cobalt ores to Switzerland.

From 2012 to 2023, the average annual growth rate of value from France was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

The average cobalt ore import price stood at $X per ton in 2023, dropping by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a dramatic decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 an increase of X%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2022, and then reduced dramatically in the following year.

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

From 2012 to 2023, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Zambia amounted to X% per year.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cobalt ore market in Switzerland. 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.

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