Latin America and the Caribbean - Alkali or Alkaline-Earth Metals, Rare-Earth Metals, Scandium and Yttrium, Mercury - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Market Size for Alkali or Alkaline-Earth Metals, Rare-Earth Metals, Scandium and Yttrium, Mercury in Latin America and the Caribbean
The Latin American market for alkali or alkaline-earth metals, rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, mercury shrank to $X in 2023, dropping by X% against the previous year. In general, consumption continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Production of Alkali or Alkaline-Earth Metals, Rare-Earth Metals, Scandium and Yttrium, Mercury in Latin America and the Caribbean
In value terms, alkali and rare earth metals production declined to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. Overall, production showed a deep downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, production failed to regain momentum.
Exports of Alkali or Alkaline-Earth Metals, Rare-Earth Metals, Scandium and Yttrium, Mercury
Exports in Latin America and the Caribbean
In 2023, approx. X tons of alkali or alkaline-earth metals, rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, mercury were exported in Latin America and the Caribbean; shrinking by X% against the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, exports recorded a sharp shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by X%. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, the exports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, alkali and rare earth metals exports contracted dramatically to $X in 2023. In general, exports saw a significant decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by X%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2021 to 2023, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.
Exports by Country
In 2023, Peru (X tons) represented the key exporter of alkali or alkaline-earth metals, rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, mercury, generating X% of total exports. Brazil (X tons) ranks second in terms of the total exports with a X% share, followed by Guatemala (X%), Costa Rica (X%), the Dominican Republic (X%) and Panama (X%).
Peru was also the fastest-growing in terms of the alkali or alkaline-earth metals, rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, mercury exports, with a CAGR of X% from 2012 to 2023. The Dominican Republic (X%), Costa Rica (X%), Brazil (X%), Panama (X%) and Guatemala (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2023, the share of Peru, Brazil, Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic and Panama increased by X, X, X, X and X percentage points, while the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, Peru ($X) remains the largest alkali and rare earth metals supplier in Latin America and the Caribbean, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Guatemala ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by Brazil, with a X% share.
In Peru, alkali and rare earth metals exports increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2023. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Guatemala (X% per year) and Brazil (X% per year).
Export Prices by Country
In 2023, the export price in Latin America and the Caribbean amounted to $X per ton, growing by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, showed a deep setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the export price increased by X%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2021 to 2023, the export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2023, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Peru ($X per ton), while Costa Rica ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Guatemala (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Imports of Alkali or Alkaline-Earth Metals, Rare-Earth Metals, Scandium and Yttrium, Mercury
Imports in Latin America and the Caribbean
Alkali and rare earth metals imports contracted remarkably to X tons in 2023, dropping by X% on the previous year's figure. In general, imports showed a perceptible setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2022 to 2023, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, alkali and rare earth metals imports contracted to $X in 2023. Over the period under review, imports saw a perceptible downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The level of import peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2023, imports failed to regain momentum.
Imports by Country
Brazil represented the largest importer of alkali or alkaline-earth metals, rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, mercury in Latin America and the Caribbean, with the volume of imports amounting to X tons, which was near X% of total imports in 2023. It was distantly followed by Argentina (X tons), Colombia (X tons), Bolivia (X tons), Mexico (X tons) and Paraguay (X tons), together comprising a X% share of total imports. Chile (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.
From 2012 to 2023, the biggest increases were recorded for Paraguay (with a CAGR of X%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, the largest alkali and rare earth metals importing markets in Latin America and the Caribbean were Colombia ($X), Bolivia ($X) and Brazil ($X), together accounting for X% of total imports. Argentina, Mexico, Paraguay and Chile lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
Paraguay, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of 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
The import price in Latin America and the Caribbean stood at $X per ton in 2023, jumping by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2022 an increase of X%. Over the period under review, import prices reached the peak figure in 2023 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2023, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Bolivia ($X per ton), while Paraguay ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Bolivia (X%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the import price figures.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for alkali and rare earth metals in Latin America and the Caribbean. 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 20132300 - Alkali or alkaline-earth metals, rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, mercury
Country coverage:
- Anguilla
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Argentina
- Aruba
- Bahamas
- Barbados
- Belize
- Bolivia
- Brazil
- British Virgin Islands
- Cayman Islands
- Chile
- Colombia
- Costa Rica
- Cuba
- Curacao
- Dominica
- Dominican Republic
- Ecuador
- El Salvador
- Falkland Islands (Malvinas)
- French Guiana
- Grenada
- Guadeloupe
- Guatemala
- Guyana
- Haiti
- Honduras
- Jamaica
- Martinique
- Mexico
- Montserrat
- Nicaragua
- Panama
- Paraguay
- Peru
- Puerto Rico
- Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Saint Lucia
- Saint Maarten (Dutch part)
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
- Suriname
- Trinidad and Tobago
- Turks and Caicos Islands
- United States Virgin Islands
- Uruguay
- Venezuela
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in Latin America and the Caribbean, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in Latin America and the Caribbean
- 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
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- 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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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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
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- Anguilla
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Argentina
- Aruba
- Bahamas
- Barbados
- Belize
- Bolivia
- Brazil
- British Virgin Islands
- Cayman Islands
- Chile
- Colombia
- Costa Rica
- Cuba
- Curacao
- Dominica
- Dominican Republic
- Ecuador
- El Salvador
- Falkland Islands (Malvinas)
- French Guiana
- Grenada
- Guadeloupe
- Guatemala
- Guyana
- Haiti
- Honduras
- Jamaica
- Martinique
- Mexico
- Montserrat
- Nicaragua
- Panama
- Paraguay
- Peru
- Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Saint Lucia
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
- Saint Maarten (Dutch part)
- Suriname
- Trinidad and Tobago
- Turks and Caicos Islands
- United States Virgin Islands
- Uruguay
- Venezuela
- Puerto Rico
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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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