MethodologyContact usLogin
Minor metals play a vital role as materials in the energy transition, and this importance is increasing. We’re bringing you a new way to stay ahead of the cobalt and silicon market trends within our Minor Metals Short-Term Forecast service. Our platform combines in-depth market analysis and independent weekly research, providing you with all the information you need in one place. This comprehensive resource empowers you to confidently lead price negotiations and make well-informed decisions quickly.
With Fastmarkets Minor Metals Short-Term Forecasts, your service will consist of:
Aligned to Fastmarkets benchmarks and rigorous forecasting methodology, our independent short-term forecasts provide the necessary tools to predict future trends for cobalt and silicon in traditional metal alloys as well as specifically for cobalt in battery-related usage markets.
Get monthly forecasts for silicon and cobalt prices spanning more than 2 years to boost your strategic planning.
Are you interested in market-reflective prices, specialist forecasts and expert analysis for the minor metals market?
Use your existing Metal Bulletin Research credentials to login to the platform here
With our independent short-term forecasts, stay ahead of the market. Leverage the insights to secure a competitive edge in the fast-paced minor metals markets.
Empower your price discussions with our unbiased and market-reflective forecasts. Make informed decisions, negotiate better deals and maximize your profit margins.
Identify potential market shifts before they happen. Our forecasts help mitigate risks by providing early signals of market changes, enabling you to adjust your strategies in advance.
Leave the heavy lifting to us. Save time on research with our comprehensive market analysis and concentrate more on your core business activities.
The price of standard-grade cobalt has fallen to its lowest so far this year in the week ending Friday September 20, on slow demand and continued oversupply.
Critical metal refiner Nth Cycle became the first company in the US to produce premium nickel-cobalt mixed hydroxide precipitate (MHP) this week, when it began commercial-scale operations on Monday September 9
CMOC expects its growth rate of cobalt supply to gradually ease in the second half of 2024, the company said on August 23. Market participants, however, were divided in their response to the announcement, with some expecting the output reduction to alleviate the current imbalance between supply and demand in parts of the market.
Learn more about Fastmarkets’ battery materials short-term forecasts
As well as forecasting and analysis for the minor metals market, we also offer news, price data and forecasting and analysis for the global metals markets.
Trade on over 900 market-reflective metals prices
Keep on top of volatility with global metals market news and intel
With over 90% accuracy, our forecasting helps you understand what’s next
Gain a competitive edge in the emerging battery recycling market
Providing greater transparency into the cost of key Li-ion cell components
Fastmarkets’ metal events provide immersive experiences across the global metals markets
Whether you’re interested in learning how to become a customer from our sales teams or looking to get in touch with one of our reporters, we’re here for you.
Speak to our team
Navigate uncertainty and make business decisions with confidence using our battery raw materials price data, forecasts and critical intelligence.
Learn more