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Argentina: Nickel Market 2022

Nickel Market Size in Argentina

In 2021, the Argentinian nickel market was finally on the rise to reach $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. In general, consumption, however, saw a noticeable curtailment. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Nickel Exports

Exports from Argentina

After three years of growth, shipments abroad of nickel decreased by -X% to X tons in 2021. Overall, exports, however, enjoyed significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2020, and then reduced in the following year.

In value terms, nickel exports fell slightly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a strong expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2020, and then contracted modestly in the following year.

Exports by Country

Uruguay (X tons) was the main destination for nickel exports from Argentina, accounting for a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Uruguay amounted to +X%.

In value terms, Uruguay ($X) also remains the key foreign market for nickel exports from Argentina.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Uruguay stood at +X%.

Export Prices by Country

The average nickel export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, stabilizing at the previous year. In general, the export price saw a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Uruguay.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Uruguay amounted to -X% per year.

Nickel Imports

Imports into Argentina

In 2021, purchases abroad of nickel increased by X% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a noticeable downturn. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, nickel imports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a pronounced decline. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Finland (X tons), Norway (X tons) and Brazil (X tons) were the main suppliers of nickel imports to Argentina, together accounting for X% of total imports. Australia, South Africa, the UK and Japan lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were in the UK (with a CAGR of +X%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Finland ($X), Norway ($X) and Australia ($X) constituted the largest nickel suppliers to Argentina, together comprising X% of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, Finland, with a CAGR of +X%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average nickel import price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, saw a slight contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 an increase of X% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Finland ($X per ton), while the price for Brazil ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Finland (+X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for nickel in the world?

The country with the largest volume of nickel consumption was China, comprising approx. 37% of total volume. Moreover, nickel consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Indonesia, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Japan, with a 7.3% share.

What are the largest producers of nickel in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Indonesia and Russia, with a combined 56% share of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of nickel to Argentina?

In value terms, Finland, Norway and Australia were the largest nickel suppliers to Argentina, with a combined 74% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of nickel from Argentina?

In value terms, Uruguay remains the key foreign market for nickel exports from Argentina.

What is the average export price for nickel in Argentina?

In 2021, the average nickel export price amounted to $11,367 per ton, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year.

What is the average import price for nickel in Argentina?

In 2021, the average nickel import price amounted to $17,352 per ton, jumping by 18% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the nickel market in Argentina. 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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Prodcom 24451120 -

Country coverage:

Argentina

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Argentina
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
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023