Clay Brick Manufacturing in Australia - Industry Market Research Report

Hitting a wall: Falling dwelling commencements have crumbled industry revenue and profitability

The number of dwelling commencements heavily influences the Clay Brick Manufacturing industry's performance. Falling dwelling commencements, exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic and high interest rates, have caused industry revenue to slump. Increasing production costs and weakening demand from downstream markets have led to many manufacturers exiting the industry as profit margins suffered. Manufacturers have also contended with building construction trends that have weakened demand for clay bricks. These trends have included rising competition from substitute materials and the increasing popularity of high-density housing, which requires fewer bricks for construction. Industry firms manufacture clay bricks (excluding refractory bricks). This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.