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Malaysia: Molybdenum Market 2024

Molybdenum Market Size in Malaysia

The Malaysian molybdenum market shrank slightly to $X in 2022, falling by -4% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, continues to indicate a abrupt decrease. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Molybdenum Production in Malaysia

In value terms, molybdenum production shrank to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, saw a perceptible slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 16%. Molybdenum production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Molybdenum Exports

Exports from Malaysia

Molybdenum exports from Malaysia skyrocketed to X kg in 2022, rising by 185% compared with 2021 figures. Overall, exports showed a strong increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 610%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X kg in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, molybdenum exports surged to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 252%. The exports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Singapore (X kg) was the main destination for molybdenum exports from Malaysia, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Singapore totaled +7.6%.

In value terms, Singapore ($X) also remains the key foreign market for molybdenum exports from Malaysia.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Singapore totaled -7.3%.

Export Prices by Country

The average molybdenum export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, declining by -56% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a deep setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average export price increased by 138%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2017 to 2022, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Switzerland amounted to +22.3% per year.

Molybdenum Imports

Imports into Malaysia

In 2022, purchases abroad of molybdenum was finally on the rise to reach X tons after three years of decline. Overall, imports, however, faced a abrupt slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 2,876% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, molybdenum imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, recorded a abrupt curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 1,973% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Singapore (X kg), China (X kg) and the United States (X kg) were the main suppliers of molybdenum imports to Malaysia, together comprising 99% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Singapore (with a CAGR of +16.7%), while imports for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, Singapore ($X) constituted the largest supplier of molybdenum to Malaysia, comprising 60% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by China ($X), with a 19% share of total imports. It was followed by the United States, with a 15% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Singapore amounted to -5.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (-19.4% per year) and the United States (-21.6% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average molybdenum import price amounted to $X per ton, reducing by -16.2% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a perceptible descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 an increase of 39% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the UK (+11.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for molybdenum in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Chile and the United States, together accounting for 72% of global consumption. Peru, Mexico, Canada and Armenia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 23%.

What are the largest producers of molybdenum in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Chile and the United States, together comprising 73% of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of molybdenum to Malaysia?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of molybdenum to Malaysia, comprising 98% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China $279), with a 1.3% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for molybdenum in Malaysia?

In 2021, the average molybdenum export price amounted to $35,147 per ton, rising by 6.2% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for molybdenum in Malaysia?

In 2021, the average molybdenum import price amounted to $12,330 per ton, reducing by -18.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the molybdenum market in Malaysia. 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.

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Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Malaysia
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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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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