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Postcard Price in Guatemala - 2023

Postcard Price in Guatemala (CIF) - 2022

The average postcard import price stood at $3,991 per ton in 2022, jumping by 94% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The import price peaked at $5,097 per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($15,828 per ton), while the price for China ($742 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+18.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Postcard Price in Guatemala (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average postcard export price amounted to $1,024 per ton, increasing by 12% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, continues to indicate a pronounced curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when the average export price increased by 172%. The export price peaked at $3,041 per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 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 Costa Rica ($4,955 per ton), while the average price for exports to Nicaragua ($334 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Costa Rica (+1.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Postcard Imports in Guatemala

In 2022, approx. 126 tons of printed or illustrated postcards and printed cards were imported into Guatemala; falling by -4.7% compared with the previous year's figure. In general, imports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 242%. As a result, imports reached the peak of 133 tons, and then dropped in the following year.

In value terms, postcard imports skyrocketed to $504K in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 146% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Import of Postcard in Guatemala (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
United States	50.0	26.2	142	369	94.7%
China	56.2	22.5	84.6	58.3	1.2%
Italy	5.1	0.1	2.0	15.6	45.2%
Mexico	19.3	10.1	3.0	8.3	-24.5%
El Salvador	51.7	42.5	27.3	5.8	-51.8%
Others	51.1	9.7	14.1	47.1	-2.7%
Total	233	111	273	504	29.3%

Top Suppliers of Postcard to Guatemala in 2022:

China (78.5 tons)
United States (23.3 tons)
Italy (1.9 tons)
Mexico (0.8 tons)
El Salvador (0.7 tons)

Postcard Exports in Guatemala

In 2022, the amount of printed or illustrated postcards and printed cards exported from Guatemala declined markedly to 18 tons, reducing by -33.8% against 2021. Overall, exports faced a deep slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 33%.

In value terms, postcard exports reduced markedly to $18K in 2022. In general, exports recorded a perceptible descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 262%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $25K, and then fell markedly in the following year.

Export of Postcard in Guatemala (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
El Salvador	7.4	1.7	15.0	9.2	7.5%
Honduras	4.0	2.3	8.0	4.3	2.4%
Nicaragua	5.4	0.9	0.7	2.0	-28.2%
Panama	1.9	0.5	0.8	1.5	-7.6%
Others	1.6	1.4	0.2	1.3	-6.7%
Total	20.4	6.8	24.7	18.3	-3.6%

Top Export Markets for Postcard from Guatemala in 2022:

Honduras (6.6 tons)
Nicaragua (5.9 tons)
El Salvador (4.0 tons)
Panama (1.2 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the postcard market in Guatemala. 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:

UNCode 32520-0 - Printed or illustrated postcards and printed cards

Country coverage:

Guatemala

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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 Guatemala
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
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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
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

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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
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1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
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5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
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8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
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12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
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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