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Fastmarkets NewGen Minor Metals short-term forecasts

Understand the short-term dynamics in the cobalt market

The minor metals, notably cobalt and cobalt salts, play a key role in the new generation of energy. The short-term view is particularly vital as new sources are coming online to diversify the supply chain and reduce ESG concerns for automakers.

Whether the priority is to optimize buying and selling strategies, understand the best contract structures, or increase the battery chemistry options as ESG risks decline, the Fastmarkets NewGen Minor Metals short-term forecasts give market participants the ability to translate clarity to financial performance.


The Fastmarkets NewGen Minor Metals short-term forecasts include:

  • 2-year price forecasts for cobalt standard grade 
  • Market dynamics and sentiment for the EV market, including competing cathode chemistries: high nickel cobalt dependent versus lithium ferro-phosphate 
  • 2-year price forecasts for silicon used in the manufacturing of ferro-silicon 
  • Average monthly spot price allowing the calculation of the value of contracts using the Fastmarkets cobalt benchmarks over their term 
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    Short-term forecast methodology

    We recognize the importance of being clear about our price assessment and index process. Our independently audited pricing process aligns with core IOSCO principles. Read more about the minor metals short-term forecast methodology and price specifications here.

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    Seaborne prices for high-grade manganese ore delivered to China fell sharply in the week to Friday August 16, in the wake of growing resistance from buyers to high prices, Hebei Steel’s cut in August alloy tender price and reduced downstream demand

    August 22, 2024
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    By: Tina Tong
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    Signals of oversupply are caused by newly signed contracts and delays in seaborne logistics, said cobalt traders

    August 22, 2024
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    By: Angeline Shi
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    August 22, 2024
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    By: Carrie Shi
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