Greek Marble Exports Face Headwinds Amid Geopolitical and Market Challenges
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Greece is the second-largest producer of marble in Europe, with over 80% of its output being exported, primarily from northern Greece. The industry has faced significant headwinds due to geopolitical conflicts and long-standing domestic structural issues. Review of export data from 2015 to 2025 indicates that the sector experienced its lowest point in 2015, followed by a peak in 2018 valued at over €315 million. The 2019 downturn was notably impacted by the US-China trade war.
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Why it matters
The marble industry is a major component of the Greek economy, with high export reliance on international markets like China. The challenges are reflected in the export data, which shows the sector is undergoing a strategic restructuring and export repositioning. The outlook remains clouded by the negative impact of global trade and geopolitical conflicts.
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The decline in marble export value and price could affect national trade revenue.
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