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United Arab Emirates: Iron Ore Market 2021

Iron Ore Market Size in the United Arab Emirates

The iron ore market in the United Arab Emirates shrank significantly to $X in 2019, reducing by -X% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). In general, consumption saw a precipitous decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of X% year-to-year. Iron ore consumption peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2019, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Iron Ore Exports

Exports from the United Arab Emirates

In 2019, approx. X tons of iron ores were exported from the United Arab Emirates; picking up by X% on 2018 figures. In general, exports recorded a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2011 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, exports hit record highs in 2019 and are likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

In value terms, iron ore exports soared to $X in 2019. Overall, exports showed a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2011 with an increase of X% y-o-y. Exports peaked in 2019 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

China (X tons) was the main destination for iron ore exports from the United Arab Emirates, accounting for a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to China totaled +X%.

In value terms, China ($X) also remains the key foreign market for iron ore exports from the United Arab Emirates.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of value to China stood at +X%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2019, the average iron ore export price amounted to $X per ton, growing by X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, continues to indicate a noticeable descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the average export price increased by X% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2011; however, from 2012 to 2019, export prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2007 to 2019, the rate of growth in terms of prices for China amounted to -X% per year.

Iron Ore Imports

Imports into the United Arab Emirates

In 2019, supplies from abroad of iron ores decreased by -X% to X tons for the first time since 2016, thus ending a two-year rising trend. In general, imports recorded a drastic downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2019, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, iron ore imports reduced remarkably to $X in 2019. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a pronounced shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2011 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2019, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

Sweden (X tons), Brazil (X tons) and India (X tons) were the main suppliers of iron ore imports to the United Arab Emirates, together accounting for X% of total imports.

From 2007 to 2019, the biggest increases were in Brazil, while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, Sweden ($X) constituted the largest supplier of iron ore to the United Arab Emirates, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Brazil ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of value from Sweden stood at -X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Brazil (-X% per year) and India (-X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2019, the average iron ore import price amounted to $X per ton, surging by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a pronounced increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2011 an increase of X% y-o-y. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2012 to 2019, the growth in terms of the average import prices failed to regain the momentum.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2019, the country with the highest price was Sweden ($X per ton), while the price for Brazil ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India, while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for iron ores in the world?

China remains the largest iron ore consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 54% of total volume. Moreover, iron ore consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, eightfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Australia, with a 6.1% share.

What are the largest producers of iron ores in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of iron ore production in 2019 were Australia, Brazil and China, with a combined 70% share of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of iron ores to the United Arab Emirates?

In value terms, Sweden constituted the largest supplier of iron ore to the United Arab Emirates, comprising 68% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Brazil, with a 27% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of iron ores from the United Arab Emirates?

In value terms, China remains the key foreign market for iron ore exports from the United Arab Emirates.

What is the average export price for iron ores in the United Arab Emirates?

The average iron ore export price stood at $99 per ton in 2019, growing by 11% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for iron ores in the United Arab Emirates?

The average iron ore import price stood at $115 per ton in 2019, with an increase of 10% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the iron ore market in the United Arab Emirates. 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 2025.

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Market volume and value
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Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in the United Arab Emirates
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