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Nickel

The transformation of Indonesia into a global nickel producing powerhouse by Chinese investment has brought record amount of supply onto the market.

But demand is projected to double by 2030, driven by the energy transition and electric vehicles. And, as the West looks to secure an independent supply of “clean” nickel with big government investments, new opportunities are opening up — especially in nickel Class I.

Our latest in-depth analysis on nickel:

The great nickel trade war
Nickel supply has a Russia problem
Can the London Metal Exchange nickel contract survive?
Nickel’s environmental challenge offers opportunity for the West

Our in-depth industry report into the generational nickel Class I supply crunch:

The supply of nickel Class I, essential for electric batteries, is expected to face a shortage for the next 3-5 years, according to our new report. The Oregon Group predicts a continued crunch in the nickel market despite increased production by Chinese nickel giant, Tsingshan. 

Report: The Green Economy and Nickel's Generational Class I Supply Crunch

Supply of nickel Class I expected to face shortage for next 3-5 years, according to our new report.
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Report: The Green Economy and Nickel's Generational Class I Supply Crunch

Supply of nickel Class I expected to face shortage for next 3-5 years, according to our new report.
Read Report

Our industry video report on how to invest in nickel:

Stay ahead of the market with our regular investment insights into nickel:

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Latest infographics on nickel:

Latest Nickel Market Analysis:

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