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MERCOSUR: Molybdenum Market 2024

Molybdenum Market Size in MERCOSUR

The MERCOSUR molybdenum market shrank modestly to $X in 2022, remaining stable against the previous year. The total consumption indicated a temperate expansion from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +4.8% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, consumption increased by +1.5% against 2020 indices. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Molybdenum Production in MERCOSUR

In value terms, molybdenum production reduced modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production recorded a strong increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 37%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Molybdenum Exports

Exports in MERCOSUR

In 2019, after two years of decline, there was decline in overseas shipments of molybdenum, when their volume decreased by 0% to X kg. In general, exports recorded a sharp decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 524%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X kg. From 2017 to 2019, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, molybdenum exports stood at $X in 2019. Overall, exports saw a dramatic setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when exports increased by 100% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2017 to 2019, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

The biggest shipments were from Brazil (X kg), together resulting at 100% of total export.

Brazil was also the fastest-growing in terms of the molybdenum exports, with a CAGR of -78.9% from 2015 to 2019. While the share of Brazil (+99 p.p.) increased significantly, the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

From 2015 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Brazil totaled -80.4%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2019, the export price in MERCOSUR amounted to $X per ton, approximately equating the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a sharp descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 a decrease of -67.9%. The level of export peaked at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2019, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2015 to 2019, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Brazil amounted to -7.1% per year.

Molybdenum Imports

Imports in MERCOSUR

In 2022, supplies from abroad of molybdenum increased by 46% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after five years of decline. In general, imports, however, recorded a pronounced decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 69% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, molybdenum imports surged to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a perceptible contraction. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

Brazil dominates imports structure, resulting at X tons, which was approx. 96% of total imports in 2022. Argentina (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

Imports into Brazil decreased at an average annual rate of -3.7% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, Argentina (+3.2%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Argentina emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in MERCOSUR, with a CAGR of +3.2% from 2012-2022. From 2012 to 2022, the share of Argentina increased by +2.2 percentage points.

In value terms, Brazil ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported molybdenum in MERCOSUR, comprising 97% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Argentina ($X), with a 3% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in Brazil stood at -2.1%.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in MERCOSUR stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by 45% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price posted slight growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 an increase of 57% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import prices hit record highs in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Brazil ($X per ton), while Argentina amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Brazil (+1.6%).

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the molybdenum market in MERCOSUR. 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
Production in MERCOSUR, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in MERCOSUR
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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
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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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Argentina
- Brazil
- Chile
- Colombia
- Ecuador
- Guyana
- Paraguay
- Peru
- Suriname
- Uruguay
- Venezuela
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, By Country, 2018–2023
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Exports And Growth
12. Export Prices And Growth
13. Market Size And Growth
14. Per Capita Consumption
15. Imports And Growth
16. Import Prices
17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
19. Production, By Country, 2023
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
32. Export Prices, 2012–2023