Canada - Nickel (Unwrought) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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View PricingCanada's Nickel Price Surges to $26.8 per kg After Four Consecutive Months of Increase
Canada Nickel Export Price in December 2022
In December 2022, the nickel price stood at $26.8 per kg (FOB, Canada), picking up by 11% against the previous month. Over the period from January 2022 to December 2022, it increased at an average monthly rate of +2.3%. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in March 2022 when the average export price increased by 22% against the previous month. The export price peaked at $32.5 per kg in May 2022; however, from June 2022 to December 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.
Average prices varied noticeably for the major external markets. In December 2022, the highest price was recorded for prices to Japan ($30.0 per kg) and Taiwan (Chinese) ($29.1 per kg), while the average price for exports to South Korea ($24.5 per kg) and the Netherlands ($25.1 per kg) were amongst the lowest.
From January 2022 to December 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Japan (+3.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Canada Nickel Exports
In December 2022, shipments abroad of nickel (unwrought) decreased by -8.8% to 8.9K tons, falling for the second month in a row after three months of growth. In general, total exports indicated a slight increase from January 2022 to December 2022: its volume increased at an average monthly rate of +1.7% over the last eleven-month period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on December 2022 figures, exports decreased by -27.1% against October 2022 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in April 2022 when exports increased by 31% month-to-month. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at 12K tons in October 2022; however, from November 2022 to December 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, nickel exports amounted to $239M (IndexBox estimates) in December 2022. Over the period under review, total exports indicated noticeable growth from January 2022 to December 2022: its value increased at an average monthly rate of +4.0% over the last eleven months. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on December 2022 figures, exports decreased by -14.8% against October 2022 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in April 2022 when exports increased by 45% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at 293K tons in May 2022; however, from June 2022 to December 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.
Canada Nickel Exports by Country
The United States (3.8K tons) was the main destination for nickel exports from Canada, with a 42% share of total exports. Moreover, nickel exports to the United States exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, China (1.3K tons), threefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Taiwan (Chinese) (981 tons), with an 11% share.
From January 2022 to December 2022, the average monthly growth rate of volume to the United States stood at +1.6%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average monthly rates of exports growth: China (+2.2% per month) and Taiwan (Chinese) (+23.3% per month).
In value terms, the United States ($99M) remains the key foreign market for nickel exports from Canada, comprising 41% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by China ($35M), with a 15% share of total exports. It was followed by Taiwan (Chinese), with a 12% share.
From January 2022 to December 2022, the average monthly rate of growth in terms of value to the United States amounted to +3.7%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average monthly rates of exports growth: China (+5.0% per month) and Taiwan (Chinese) (+26.0% per month).
Factors Affecting Nickel Prices
The nickel price in Canada is determined by a number of factors, including global supply and demand, the US-Canada exchange rate, and the price of other metals. Canadian nickel producers are also major players in the global market, so their production costs and strategies can impact the price.
Nickel is used in a variety of industries, including stainless steel production, so changes in demand from these industries can also affect the price. For example, if there is an increase in demand for stainless steel products, this could lead to an increase in the price of nickel.
The nickel price in Canada is currently at an all-time high, and there are a variety of factors that have contributed to this. First and foremost, demand for nickel has been steadily increasing in recent years due to its use in a variety of industries, including the production of stainless steel and batteries. Additionally, supply of nickel has been constrained as mines have struggled to keep up with demand.
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the nickel market in Canada. 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 24451100 - Nickel, unwrought
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Country coverage:
- Canada
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Trade (exports and imports) in Canada
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
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- REPORT DESCRIPTION
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- MARKET STRUCTURE
- TRADE BALANCE
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
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- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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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
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
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7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
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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 In 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
- 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
- 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 Of Origin, 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, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
