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Western Africa: Market for Roasted Molybdenum Ores and Concentrates 2025

Market Size for Roasted Molybdenum Ores and Concentrates in Western Africa

The West African market for roasted molybdenum ores and concentrateses shrank slightly to $X in 2021, waning by -2% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, recorded a pronounced increase. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X, and then reduced in the following year.

Production of Roasted Molybdenum Ores and Concentrates in Western Africa

In value terms, roasted molybdenum ores and concentrates production declined to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +4.1% over the period from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 9.2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2020, and then fell slightly in the following year.

Exports of Roasted Molybdenum Ores and Concentrates

Exports in Western Africa

In 2019, approx. X tons of roasted molybdenum ores and concentrateses were exported in Western Africa; therefore, remained relatively stable against 2018. In general, exports enjoyed a significant increase. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2016. The volume of export peaked in 2019 and is likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

In value terms, roasted molybdenum ores and concentrates exports totaled $X in 2019. Over the period under review, exports showed a significant expansion. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2016. The level of export peaked in 2019 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Export Prices by Country

In 2019, the export price in Western Africa amounted to $X per ton, shrinking by -20% against the previous year. Overall, the export price faced a precipitous shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 a decrease of -20%. The level of export peaked at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2019, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2015 to 2019, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Niger amounted to 0.0% per year.

Imports of Roasted Molybdenum Ores and Concentrates

Imports in Western Africa

In 2020, supplies from abroad of roasted molybdenum ores and concentrateses decreased by 0% to X kg, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. Over the period under review, imports saw a abrupt decrease. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2019. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2020, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, roasted molybdenum ores and concentrates imports amounted to $X in 2020. Overall, imports faced a significant decline. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2019. The level of import peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2020, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Western Africa stood at $X per ton in 2020, surging by 5.3% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, showed a precipitous slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when the import price increased by 62%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2020, the import prices failed to regain momentum.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Cote d'Ivoire.

From 2012 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Cote d'Ivoire amounted to 0.0% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

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

Niger constituted the country with the largest volume of roasted molybdenum ores and concentrates consumption, comprising approx. 100% of total volume.

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

Niger constituted the country with the largest volume of roasted molybdenum ores and concentrates production, comprising approx. 100% of total volume.

What is the average export price for roasted molybdenum ores and concentrates in Western Africa?

In 2019, the export price for roasted molybdenum ores and concentrateses in Western Africa amounted to $15,734 per ton, falling by -20% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for roasted molybdenum ores and concentrates in Western Africa?

In 2018, the import price for roasted molybdenum ores and concentrateses in Western Africa amounted to $5,697 per ton, dropping by -59.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for roasted molybdenum ores and concentrates in Western Africa. 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:

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Country coverage:

Benin
Burkina Faso
Cabo Verde
Gambia
Ghana
Guinea
Guinea-Bissau
Liberia
Mali
Mauritania
Niger
Nigeria
Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
Senegal
Sierra Leone
Togo
Cote d'Ivoire

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Production in Western Africa, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in Western Africa
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 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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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- Benin
- Burkina Faso
- Cabo Verde
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Liberia
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
- Senegal
- Sierra Leone
- Togo
- Cote d'Ivoire
LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2024
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
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, 2012–2024
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
19. Production, By Country, 2024
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
32. Export Prices, 2012–2024