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Southern Asia: Molybdenum Market 2024

Molybdenum Market Size in Southern Asia

In 2022, the South Asian molybdenum market decreased by -25.9% to $X for the first time since 2015, thus ending a six-year rising trend. Over the period under review, consumption, however, saw measured growth. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2021, and then shrank dramatically in the following year.

Molybdenum Production in Southern Asia

In value terms, molybdenum production shrank slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production recorded a temperate increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the production volume increased by 45% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Molybdenum Exports

Exports in Southern Asia

After two years of decline, overseas shipments of molybdenum increased by 4,787% to X tons in 2022. In general, exports showed a buoyant expansion. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, molybdenum exports soared to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports recorded significant growth. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

The biggest shipments were from India (X tons), together finishing at 100% of total export.

India was also the fastest-growing in terms of the molybdenum exports, with a CAGR of +17.9% from 2012 to 2022. The shares of the largest exporters remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, India ($X) also remains the largest molybdenum supplier in Southern Asia.

In India, molybdenum exports expanded at an average annual rate of +29.3% over the period from 2012-2022.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the export price in Southern Asia amounted to $X per ton, jumping by 87% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a resilient expansion. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for India amounted to +9.7% per year.

Molybdenum Imports

Imports in Southern Asia

In 2022, purchases abroad of molybdenum decreased by -26.9% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after five years of growth. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a moderate increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of 121% against the previous year. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, molybdenum imports dropped remarkably to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, posted a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 96% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2021, and then dropped rapidly in the following year.

Imports by Country

India dominates imports structure, finishing at X tons, which was approx. 94% of total imports in 2022. It was distantly followed by Pakistan (X tons), creating a 5.8% share of total imports.

Imports into India increased at an average annual rate of +2.8% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, Pakistan (+20.8%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Pakistan emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in Southern Asia, with a CAGR of +20.8% from 2012-2022. While the share of Pakistan (+4.6 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total imports from 2012-2022, the share of India (-4.6 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, India ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported molybdenum in Southern Asia, comprising 95% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Pakistan ($X), with a 4.9% share of total imports.

In India, molybdenum imports expanded at an average annual rate of +5.5% over the period from 2012-2022.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Southern Asia stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by 13% against the previous year. Import price indicated noticeable growth from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +2.5% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, molybdenum import price increased by +54.0% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 an increase of 53% against the previous year. The level of import peaked in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was India ($X per ton), while Pakistan stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (+2.6%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for molybdenum in Southern Asia?

India remains the largest molybdenum consuming country in Southern Asia, comprising approx. 96% of total volume. Moreover, molybdenum consumption in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Pakistan, more than tenfold.

What are the leading exporters of molybdenum in Southern Asia?

In value terms, India remains the largest molybdenum supplier in Southern Asia.

What are the leading importers of molybdenum in Southern Asia?

In value terms, India constitutes the largest market for imported molybdenum in Southern Asia, comprising 97% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Pakistan, with a 2.9% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for molybdenum in Southern Asia?

In 2021, the export price in Southern Asia amounted to $33,061 per ton, increasing by 8.8% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for molybdenum in Southern Asia?

The import price in Southern Asia stood at $43,284 per ton in 2021, increasing by 36% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the molybdenum market in Southern Asia. 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:

Country coverage:

Afghanistan
Bangladesh
Bhutan
India
Maldives
Nepal
Pakistan
Sri Lanka

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Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Production in Southern Asia, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in Southern Asia
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
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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
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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- Afghanistan
- Bangladesh
- Bhutan
- India
- Maldives
- Nepal
- Pakistan
- Sri Lanka
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