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Switzerland - Nickel Ores and Concentrates - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Switzerland: Nickel Ore Market 2024

Nickel Ore Market Size in Switzerland

In 2021, the Swiss nickel ore market increased by 142% to $X, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, consumption saw significant growth. Nickel ore consumption peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Nickel Ore Production in Switzerland

In value terms, nickel ore production shrank remarkably to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production continues to indicate a dramatic slump. Nickel ore production peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Nickel Ore Exports

Exports from Switzerland

In 2021, the amount of nickel ores and concentrates exported from Switzerland skyrocketed to X kg, growing by 30,550% on 2020. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate significant growth. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, nickel ore exports soared to $X in 2021. In general, exports showed a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when exports increased by 347,470%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Canada (X kg) was the main destination for nickel ore exports from Switzerland, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2015 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Canada amounted to +159.7%.

In value terms, Canada ($X) also remains the key foreign market for nickel ores and concentrates exports from Switzerland.

From 2015 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Canada stood at +56.3%.

Export Prices by Country

The average nickel ore export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, increasing by 300% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, continues to indicate a sharp setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 an increase of 41,060%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2018 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2015 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Canada amounted to -39.8% per year.

Nickel Ore Imports

Imports into Switzerland

After three years of decline, purchases abroad of nickel ores and concentrates increased by 55,600% to X tons in 2021. Over the period under review, imports saw significant growth. Imports peaked at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, nickel ore imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, imports showed significant growth. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Russia (X kg) constituted the largest nickel ore supplier to Switzerland, accounting for a 88% share of total imports. Moreover, nickel ore imports from Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Zambia (X kg), sevenfold.

From 2013 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Russia totaled +97,600.0%.

In value terms, Russia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of nickel ores and concentrates to Switzerland, comprising 79% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Zambia ($X), with a 21% share of total imports.

From 2013 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Russia totaled +94,570.7%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average nickel ore import price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 21% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, showed a perceptible decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 an increase of 4,363%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Zambia ($X per ton), while the price for Russia amounted to $X per ton.

From 2013 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Russia (+32.3%).

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the nickel ore market in Switzerland. 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 07291200 - Nickel ores and concentrates

Country coverage:

Switzerland

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Switzerland
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