The latest report published by the World Metal Statistics Bureau (WBMS) shows that in May 2024, the global refined nickel production was 281,800 tons, the consumption was 283,500 tons, and the supply shortage was 1,700 tons.

Vale’s Q2 nickel production totaled 27.9 kt, 24% lower y/y, mainly reflecting the planned maintenance strategy at the nickel processing plants.

China exports 113992.057 tons of magnesium metal in Jan-May, 2024.

China exports 20836.052 tons of magnesium metal in May, 2024.

China exports 303695.151 tons of silicon metal in Jan-May, 2024.

China exports 71787.103 tons of silicon metal in May, 2024.

World crude steel production for the 71 countries reporting to the World Steel Association (worldsteel) was 165.1 million tonnes (Mt) in May 2024, a 1.5% increase compared to May 2023.

China exports 37144.788 tons of ferrosilicon (Si>55%) in May 2024.