GCC - Dolls and Toys - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Toy Market Size in GCC
The GCC toy market amounted to $X in 2023, increasing by X% against the previous year. The total consumption indicated modest growth from 2012 to 2023: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, consumption increased by X% against 2017 indices. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level in 2023 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.
Toy Production in GCC
In value terms, toy production rose markedly to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. Overall, production continues to indicate significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Toy Exports
Exports in GCC
In 2023, overseas shipments of dolls and toys increased by X% to X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a three-year declining trend. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a abrupt decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of X%. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2023, the exports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, toy exports skyrocketed to $X in 2023. In general, exports continue to indicate modest growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by X%. The level of export peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2023, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Exports by Country
The United Arab Emirates prevails in exports structure, resulting at X tons, which was approx. X% of total exports in 2023. Qatar (X tons) and Bahrain (X tons) held a little share of total exports.
From 2012 to 2023, average annual rates of growth with regard to toy exports from the United Arab Emirates stood at X%. At the same time, Bahrain (X%) and Qatar (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Bahrain emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in GCC, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2023. Qatar (X p.p.) and Bahrain (X p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while the United Arab Emirates saw its share reduced by X% from 2012 to 2023, respectively.
In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) remains the largest toy supplier in GCC, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Bahrain ($X), with a X% share of total exports.
From 2012 to 2023, the average annual growth rate of value in the United Arab Emirates was relatively modest. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Bahrain (X% per year) and Qatar (X% per year).
Export Prices by Country
In 2023, the export price in GCC amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of X% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, recorded a resilient expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when the export price increased by X%. The level of export peaked at $X per ton in 2022, and then fell remarkably in the following year.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2023, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Bahrain ($X per ton), while the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Bahrain (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Toy Imports
Imports in GCC
In 2023, imports of dolls and toys in GCC rose significantly to X tons, picking up by X% against the previous year. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2023, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, toy imports reached $X in 2023. Total imports indicated a pronounced increase from 2012 to 2023: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, imports decreased by X% against 2021 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, imports remained at a lower figure.
Imports by Country
In 2023, the United Arab Emirates (X tons) represented the major importer of dolls and toys, mixing up X% of total imports. Saudi Arabia (X tons) took a X% share (based on physical terms) of total imports, which put it in second place, followed by Oman (X%) and Kuwait (X%). The following importers - Bahrain (X tons) and Qatar (X tons) - each reached a X% share of total imports.
The United Arab Emirates experienced a relatively flat trend pattern with regard to volume of imports of dolls and toys. At the same time, Qatar (X%), Oman (X%), Bahrain (X%) and Kuwait (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Qatar emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in GCC, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2023. By contrast, Saudi Arabia (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2023, the share of the United Arab Emirates, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain and Qatar increased by X, X, X, X and X percentage points, respectively.
In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported dolls and toys in GCC, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Saudi Arabia ($X), with an X% share of total imports. It was followed by Kuwait, with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2023, the average annual growth rate of value in the United Arab Emirates stood at X%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Saudi Arabia (X% per year) and Kuwait (X% per year).
Import Prices by Country
The import price in GCC stood at $X per ton in 2023, declining by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, enjoyed a prominent increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2022 when the import price increased by X%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton, and then contracted in the following year.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton), while Saudi Arabia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United Arab Emirates (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the toy market in GCC. 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 32401100 - Dolls representing only human beings
- Prodcom 32401200 - Toys representing animals or non-human creatures
- Prodcom 32401300 - Parts and accessories for dolls representing only human beings
- Prodcom 32402000 - Toy trains and their accessories, other reduced-size models or construction sets and constructional toys
- Prodcom 32403100 - Wheeled toys designed to be ridden by children (excluding bicycles), dolls
- Prodcom 32403200 - Puzzles
- Prodcom 32403920 - Toy musical instruments and apparatus, toys put up in sets or outfits (excluding electric trains, scale model assembly kits, c onstruction sets and constructional toys, and puzzles), toys and models incorporating a motor, toy weapons
- Prodcom 32403940 - Other toys of plastics
- Prodcom 32403960 - Toy die-cast miniature models of metal
- Prodcom 32403990 - Other toys n.e.c.
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Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in GCC, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in GCC
- 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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
- 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
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- Kuwait
- Oman
- Qatar
- Saudi Arabia
- United Arab Emirates
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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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