Key Market Indicators
French Nickel Export is projected to decline from $612 million in 2023 to approximately $607 million by 2028, marking a slight annual decrease of 0.1%. This trend reflects a broader pattern observed since 1999, with French supply consistently dropping by an average of 1.1% per year. In the global rankings for 2023, France held the 12th position in nickel exports. Indonesia led with exports valued at $612 million, followed by Canada, Russia, and Malaysia in the second, third, and fourth positions, respectively. Conversely, French Nickel Import is expected to rise. From $1.12 billion in 2023, imports are forecasted to reach around $1.15 billion by 2028, showing an annual growth rate of 0.5%. Despite this increase, French demand for nickel has seen a historical decline of 1.6% per year since 1999.
