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Saudi Arabia: Market for Roasted Molybdenum Ores and Concentrates 2025

Market Size for Roasted Molybdenum Ores and Concentrates in Saudi Arabia

In 2021, the Saudi market for roasted molybdenum ores and concentrateses increased by 1.4% to $X, rising for the second consecutive year after five years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption saw a abrupt slump. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Production of Roasted Molybdenum Ores and Concentrates in Saudi Arabia

In value terms, roasted molybdenum ores and concentrates production rose notably to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production showed a noticeable reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the production volume increased by 22% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2018 to 2021, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports of Roasted Molybdenum Ores and Concentrates

Exports from Saudi Arabia

In 2021, overseas shipments of roasted molybdenum ores and concentrateses decreased by -4.7% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after five years of growth. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when exports increased by 63% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2020 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, roasted molybdenum ores and concentrates exports fell sharply to $X in 2021. Overall, exports saw a noticeable shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when exports increased by 99.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

India (X tons) was the main destination for roasted molybdenum ores and concentrates exports from Saudi Arabia, accounting for a approx. 140% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to India stood at +13.5%.

In value terms, India ($X) also remains the key foreign market for roasted molybdenum ores and concentrateses exports from Saudi Arabia.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to India amounted to +2.9%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average export price for roasted molybdenum ores and concentrateses amounted to $X per ton, declining by -18.8% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price faced a abrupt downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 an increase of 31% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for India amounted to -9.3% per year.

Imports of Roasted Molybdenum Ores and Concentrates

Imports into Saudi Arabia

In 2020, the amount of roasted molybdenum ores and concentrateses imported into Saudi Arabia amounted to X tons, therefore, remained relatively stable against the year before. Over the period under review, imports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2020 and are likely to see steady growth in years to come.

In value terms, roasted molybdenum ores and concentrates imports totaled $X in 2020. In general, imports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Imports peaked in 2020 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

In 2020, China (X tons) was the main supplier of roasted molybdenum ores and concentrates to Saudi Arabia, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2020 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of volume from China was relatively modest.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of roasted molybdenum ores and concentrateses to Saudi Arabia.

From 2020 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of value from China was relatively modest.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for roasted molybdenum ores and concentrates in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of roasted molybdenum ores and concentrates consumption in 2021 were Japan, Chile and Brazil, together comprising 41% of global consumption. These countries were followed by South Korea, China, Belgium, the UK, Mexico, India, Italy, Germany, Vietnam and Spain, which together accounted for a further 47%.

What are the largest producers of roasted molybdenum ores and concentrates in the world?

Chile remains the largest roasted molybdenum ores and concentrates producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 42% of total volume. Moreover, roasted molybdenum ores and concentrates production in Chile exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, China, threefold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with a 12% share.

What are the leading suppliers of roasted molybdenum ores and concentrates to Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of roasted molybdenum ores and concentrates to Saudi Arabia.

What are the leading importers of roasted molybdenum ores and concentrates from Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, India remains the key foreign market for roasted molybdenum ores and concentrates exports from Saudi Arabia.

What is the average export price for roasted molybdenum ores and concentrates in Saudi Arabia?

In 2021, the average export price for roasted molybdenum ores and concentrateses amounted to $8,878 per ton, growing by 21% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for roasted molybdenum ores and concentrates in Saudi Arabia?

In 2020, the average import price for roasted molybdenum ores and concentrateses amounted to $22,900 per ton, approximately reflecting the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for roasted molybdenum ores and concentrates in Saudi Arabia. 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 Saudi Arabia
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 THE 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 TRENDSThis Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

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 PRODUCTS
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
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 Export
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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: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
8. IMPORTS

The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
9. EXPORTS

The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
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 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
10. Market Size and Growth, By Product
11. Average Per Capita Consumption, By Product
12. Exports and Growth, By Product
13. Export Prices and Growth, By Product
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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
22. Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
23. Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
24. Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
30. Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2024