Ukraine: exports become mostly raw-oriented
In 2015 Ukraine exported mostly raw materials and semi-finished products.
In 2015 Ukraine exported mostly raw materials and semi-finished products.
In 2015 Ukraine exported 1.7 million tons of steel to Russia, down by 28.5% YoY and almost twice to 2011-2013.
In 2015 Berdyansk seaport (Zaporozhye region) processed 4.45 million tons of goods, up by 39.2% YoY.
According to Allbiz, Ukraine mostly exports raw materials.
In 2016 Ukraine will go on with its policy of limiting gold, silver and anthracite exports.
On December 1, Russia prohibited to import certain goods from Turkey. And Ukraine could be a winner in this situation, if Turkey implements sanctions in response.
In January-May Ukrainian metal companies exported 8.4 million tons of products worth $3.5 billion, down by 26.3% and 40.7% YoY respectively.
Metal companies in Ukraine cut exports of metal products by 26.3% in January-May 2015 YoY, to 8.4 million tons, and in absolute figures exports fell by 40.7%, to $3.5 billion.