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Uruguay: Market for Raw Steel And Steel Semi-Finished Products 2024

Market Size for Raw Steel And Steel Semi-Finished Products in Uruguay

In 2022, after three years of decline, there was growth in the Uruguayan market for raw steel and steel semi-finished products, when its value increased by X% to $X. Over the period under review, consumption, however, continues to indicate a abrupt contraction. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Production of Raw Steel And Steel Semi-Finished Products in Uruguay

In value terms, production of raw steel and steel semi-finished products fell to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production recorded a deep slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, production of hit record highs at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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Exports of Raw Steel And Steel Semi-Finished Products

Exports from Uruguay

In 2022, overseas shipments of raw steel and steel semi-finished products decreased by X% to X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of X,900%. Over the period under review, the exports of attained the peak figure at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, exports of raw steel and steel semi-finished products fell sharply to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, enjoyed significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by X,815%. Over the period under review, the exports of hit record highs at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Argentina (X tons) was the main destination for exports of raw steel and steel semi-finished products from Uruguay, accounting for a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2013 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Argentina totaled X%.

In value terms, Argentina ($X) also remains the key foreign market for raw steel and steel semi-finished products exports from Uruguay.

From 2013 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Argentina totaled X%.

Export Prices by Country

The average export price for raw steel and steel semi-finished products stood at $X per ton in 2022, reducing by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a abrupt descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the average export price increased by X%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2013 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Argentina amounted to X% per year.

Imports of Raw Steel And Steel Semi-Finished Products

Imports into Uruguay

In 2022, supplies from abroad of raw steel and steel semi-finished products increased by X% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year declining trend. In general, imports, however, showed a abrupt decrease. Over the period under review, imports of reached the peak figure at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, imports of raw steel and steel semi-finished products skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a abrupt slump. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Argentina (X tons) was the main supplier of raw steel and steel semi-finished products to Uruguay, with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Brazil (X kg), with less than X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Argentina totaled X%.

In value terms, Argentina ($X) constituted the largest supplier of raw steel and steel semi-finished products to Uruguay, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Brazil ($X), with less than X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Argentina totaled X%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average import price for raw steel and steel semi-finished products amounted to $X per ton, growing by X% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 an increase of X% against the previous year. The import price peaked in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Brazil ($X per ton), while the price for Argentina stood at $X per ton.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for raw steel and steel semi-finished products in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of consumption of raw steel and steel semi-finished products, accounting for 57% of total volume. Moreover, consumption of raw steel and steel semi-finished products in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, tenfold. Japan ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 4.4% share.

What are the largest producers of raw steel and steel semi-finished products in the world?

The country with the largest volume of production of raw steel and steel semi-finished products was China, accounting for 56% of total volume. Moreover, production of raw steel and steel semi-finished products in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, tenfold. Japan ranked third in terms of total production with a 4.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of raw steel and steel semi-finished products to Uruguay?

In value terms, Argentina constituted the largest supplier of raw steel and steel semi-finished products to Uruguay, comprising 99.9% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Brazil $47), with less than 0.1% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of raw steel and steel semi-finished products from Uruguay?

In value terms, Argentina remains the key foreign market for raw steel and steel semi-finished products exports from Uruguay.

What is the average export price for raw steel and steel semi-finished products in Uruguay?

The average export price for raw steel and steel semi-finished products stood at $584 per ton in 2022, waning by -8% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for raw steel and steel semi-finished products in Uruguay?

In 2022, the average import price for raw steel and steel semi-finished products amounted to $749 per ton, rising by 12% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for raw steel and steel semi-finished products in Uruguay. 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 24102110 - Flat semi-finished products (of non-alloy steel)
Prodcom 24102121 - Ingots, other primary forms and long semi-finished products for seamless tubes (of non-alloy steel)
Prodcom 24102122 - Other ingots, primary forms and long semi-finished products including blanks (of non-alloy steel)
Prodcom 24102210 - Flat semi-finished products (slabs) (of stainless steel)
Prodcom 24102221 - Ingots, other primary forms and long semi-finished products for seamless tubes (of stainless steel)
Prodcom 24102222 - Other ingots, primary forms and long semi-finished products (of stainless steel)
Prodcom 24102310 - Flat semi-finished products (of alloy steel other than of stainless steel)
Prodcom 24102321 - Ingots, other primary forms and long semi-finished products for seamless tubes (of alloy steel other than of stainless steel)
Prodcom 24102322 - Other ingots, primary forms and long semi-finished products (of alloy steel other than of stainless steel)

Country coverage:

Uruguay

Data coverage:

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