Price for Copper; Refined, Unwrought, Cathodes and Sections of Cathodes in Switzerland - 2024

Contents:

1. Price for Copper; Refined, Unwrought, Cathodes and Sections of Cathodes in Switzerland (CIF) - 2022
2. Price for Copper; Refined, Unwrought, Cathodes and Sections of Cathodes in Switzerland (FOB) - 2022
3. Imports of Copper; Refined, Unwrought, Cathodes and Sections of Cathodes in Switzerland
4. Exports of Copper; Refined, Unwrought, Cathodes and Sections of Cathodes in Switzerland

Price for Copper; Refined, Unwrought, Cathodes and Sections of Cathodes in Switzerland (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average import price for copper; refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodeses amounted to $18,329 per ton, which is down by -6.4% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average import price increased by 83%. The import price peaked at $19,582 per ton in 2021, and then reduced in the following year.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the countries with the highest prices were France ($10,185 per ton) and Austria ($9,193 per ton), while the price for Germany ($7,354 per ton) and Italy ($8,624 per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Austria (+1.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Price for Copper; Refined, Unwrought, Cathodes and Sections of Cathodes in Switzerland (FOB) - 2022

The average export price for copper; refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodeses stood at $18,349 per ton in 2022, falling by -15.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw a abrupt decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 an increase of 168%. The export price peaked at $30,860 per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Austria ($13,302 per ton), while the average price for exports to Germany stood at $8,029 per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Austria (+6.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Imports of Copper; Refined, Unwrought, Cathodes and Sections of Cathodes in Switzerland

Imports of copper; refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodeses into Switzerland totaled 746 tons in 2022, surging by 11% on the previous year. Overall, imports posted significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 77%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, imports of copper; refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodeses reached $14M in 2022. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when imports increased by 155% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Top Suppliers of Copper; Refined, Unwrought, Cathodes and Sections of Cathodes to Switzerland in 2022:

1. Austria (482.4 tons)
2. France (147.7 tons)
3. Germany (106.4 tons)
4. Italy (3.4 tons)

Exports of Copper; Refined, Unwrought, Cathodes and Sections of Cathodes in Switzerland

In 2022, shipments abroad of copper; refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodeses decreased by -87% to 21 tons, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. Overall, exports continue to indicate a dramatic shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when exports increased by 434% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of 376 tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports of remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, exports of copper; refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodeses fell sharply to $387K in 2022. In general, exports showed a dramatic setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 195% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $3.8M. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports of remained at a lower figure.

Top Export Markets for Copper; Refined, Unwrought, Cathodes and Sections of Cathodes from Switzerland in 2022:

1. Germany (20.3 tons)
2. Austria (0.5 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform