SADC - Dolls and Toys - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Toy Market Size in SADC
The SADC toy market reached $X in 2023, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. The total consumption indicated a notable increase from 2012 to 2023: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, consumption decreased by X% against 2021 indices. 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.
Toy Production in SADC
In value terms, toy production expanded slightly to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. The total production indicated a noticeable 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, production decreased by X% against 2021 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when the production volume increased by X%. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, production remained at a lower figure.
Toy Exports
Exports in SADC
In 2023, approx. X tons of dolls and toys were exported in SADC; increasing by X% against the year before. Overall, exports showed a resilient increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2023, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, toy exports expanded markedly to $X in 2023. Over the period under review, exports showed a notable expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2023, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.
Exports by Country
South Africa was the key exporting country with an export of about X tons, which reached X% of total exports. It was distantly followed by Tanzania (X tons), comprising a X% share of total exports. Mauritius (X tons) held a relatively small share of total exports.
From 2012 to 2023, average annual rates of growth with regard to toy exports from South Africa stood at X%. At the same time, Tanzania (X%) and Mauritius (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Tanzania emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in SADC, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2023. Tanzania (X p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while South Africa saw its share reduced by X% from 2012 to 2023, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, South Africa ($X) remains the largest toy supplier in SADC, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Mauritius ($X), with a X% share of total exports.
In South Africa, toy exports expanded at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2023. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Mauritius (X% per year) and Tanzania (X% per year).
Export Prices by Country
In 2023, the export price in SADC amounted to $X per ton, falling by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw a pronounced reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2023, the export prices remained at a lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2023, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Mauritius ($X per ton), while South Africa ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Tanzania (X%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the export price figures.
Toy Imports
Imports in SADC
In 2023, imports of dolls and toys in SADC shrank to X tons, waning by X% on the year before. In general, imports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2023, imports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, toy imports reduced sharply to $X in 2023. Overall, imports showed a noticeable contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2023, imports remained at a lower figure.
Imports by Country
In 2023, South Africa (X tons) was the main importer of dolls and toys, mixing up X% of total imports. Tanzania (X tons) took a X% share (based on physical terms) of total imports, which put it in second place, followed by Angola (X%). Mozambique (X tons), Madagascar (X tons), Democratic Republic of the Congo (X tons), Botswana (X tons), Zambia (X tons), Zimbabwe (X tons), Mauritius (X tons) and Namibia (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.
From 2012 to 2023, average annual rates of growth with regard to toy imports into South Africa stood at X%. At the same time, Democratic Republic of the Congo (X%), Tanzania (X%), Botswana (X%), Mozambique (X%), Zambia (X%) and Madagascar (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Democratic Republic of the Congo emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in SADC, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2023. Zimbabwe experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, Mauritius (X%), Angola (X%) and Namibia (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. Tanzania (X p.p.), Mozambique (X p.p.), Democratic Republic of the Congo (X p.p.) and Botswana (X p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total imports, while South Africa saw its share reduced by X% from 2012 to 2023, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, South Africa ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported dolls and toys in SADC, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Angola ($X), with an X% share of total imports. It was followed by Mauritius, with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2023, the average annual growth rate of value in South Africa amounted to X%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Angola (X% per year) and Mauritius (X% per year).
Import Prices by Country
The import price in SADC stood at $X per ton in 2023, declining by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a noticeable reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when the import price increased by X%. Over the period under review, import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2023, import prices remained at a lower figure.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Mauritius ($X per ton), while Tanzania ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Democratic Republic of the Congo (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 SADC. 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.
Country coverage:
- Angola
- Botswana
- Comoros
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Lesotho
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mauritius
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Seychelles
- South Africa
- Swaziland
- Tanzania
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in SADC, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in SADC
- 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
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- 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
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- Botswana
- Comoros
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Lesotho
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mauritius
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Seychelles
- South Africa
- Swaziland
- Tanzania
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
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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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