Lead rose to 2,003.78 USD/T on December 2, 2025, up 0.11% from the previous day. Over the past month, Lead's price has fallen 1.32%, and is down 3.99% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Lead - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on December of 2025.

The average lead export price stood at $2,486 per ton in March 2025, jumping by 24% against the previous month.

In May 2023, the price of Lead was $2,884 per ton (FOB, Australia), which saw a 19% increase compared to the previous month.

The average lead ore export price stood at $2,039 per ton in March 2025, jumping by 111% against the previous month.

Revenue for the Silver, Lead and Zinc Ore Mining industry remains subdued in 2025-26, having experienced significant volatility in the five years preceding it. Industry revenue has fallen at an annualised 5.2% from 2020-21 to sit at $5.6 billion in 2025-26, when it is anticipated to dip 2.4%. A strong commodity-driven boom occurred through 2022-23, but the recent downtrend in revenue is primarily the result of normalising metal prices, weaker construction activity in China (a key downstream market for zinc miners), and operational headwinds like regulatory delays and declining ore grades at flagship projects like Cannington and Rosebery. The industry’s profit margin has fallen from 20.3% in 2020-21 to 11.3% in 2025-26, a reflection of mounting expenses like purchase costs, legal fees and insurance premiums. Market volatility has shifted the core make-up of industry revenue. While zinc remains the dominant product segment in both value and weight, its share has been eroded by weather disruptions, mine closures and global price normalisation, which have driven a 22.3% fall in the per kiloton price since 2020-21 after accounting for inflation. Meanwhile, the silver ore and concentrates segment has strengthened thanks to its growing use in photovoltaic and end electronic applications amid the broader clean energy transition. International trade for the industry has shown significant volatility in recent years. In 2024-25, export revenue surged 37.1% off the back of hikes in the value of exported zinc and lead ores and concentrates, which climbed 35.2% and 51.9%, respectively. At the same time, imports skyrocketed 112.5% to meet more than one-third of domestic demand. Industry revenue is forecast to stabilise, growing modestly at an annualised 0.3% over the five years through 2030-31 to reach $5.7 billion. Incremental output improvements, the ongoing ramp-up at the Century mine and potential gains from recommissioned assets like Endeavour and Bowdens Silver will support the industry. Still, global pricing uncertainty, soft demand from China and the structural need for technological and sustainability upgrades will pressure profit margins. Success will hinge on how effectively companies can execute cost discipline and unlock efficiencies by expanding brownfield operations.

After five years of growth, the Australian lead market decreased by -3.1% to $143M in 2024. Overall, the total consumption indicated moderate growth from 2012 to 2024: its value increased at an average annual rate of +3.5% over the last twelve years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2024 figures, consumption increased by +62.1% against 2015 indices.

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Australia PPI: Output: Manufacturing: Primary Metal & Metal: Basic Non Ferrous Metal: Copper, Silver, Lead & Zinc Smelting & Refining data was reported at 223.300 1989-1990=100 in Jun 2012. This records a decrease from the previous number of 224.100 1989-1990=100 for Mar 2012. Australia PPI: Output: Manufacturing: Primary Metal & Metal: Basic Non Ferrous Metal: Copper, Silver, Lead & Zinc Smelting & Refining data is updated quarterly, averaging 99.400 1989-1990=100 from Mar 1983 (Median) to Jun 2012, with 118 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 323.100 1989-1990=100 in Dec 2006 and a record low of 57.600 1989-1990=100 in Mar 1983. Australia PPI: Output: Manufacturing: Primary Metal & Metal: Basic Non Ferrous Metal: Copper, Silver, Lead & Zinc Smelting & Refining data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Australian Bureau of Statistics. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Australia – Table AU.I021: Producer Price Index: 1989-90=100: ANZSIC 2006: Output of the Manufacturing Industry.

Australia PPI: Output: Mfg: Primary Metal & Metal: Basic Non Ferrous Metal: Copper, Silver, Lead & Zinc Smelting & Refining data was reported at 160.200 2011-2012=100 in Mar 2025. This records an increase from the previous number of 159.000 2011-2012=100 for Dec 2024. Australia PPI: Output: Mfg: Primary Metal & Metal: Basic Non Ferrous Metal: Copper, Silver, Lead & Zinc Smelting & Refining data is updated quarterly, averaging 52.900 2011-2012=100 from Mar 1983 (Median) to Mar 2025, with 169 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 168.200 2011-2012=100 in Jun 2022 and a record low of 24.900 2011-2012=100 in Mar 1983. Australia PPI: Output: Mfg: Primary Metal & Metal: Basic Non Ferrous Metal: Copper, Silver, Lead & Zinc Smelting & Refining data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Australian Bureau of Statistics. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Australia – Table AU.I019: Producer Price Index: 2011-12=100: ANZSIC 2006: Output of the Manufacturing Industry.

One of the leading economic industries in Australia, coal mining has contributed significantly to the local economy. In 2024, the price of Australian coal was around 136 U.S. dollars per metric ton. Coal market The contribution of the coal mining industry to Australia’s economy was valued in the billions of Australian dollars. Coal consumption is much lower than production in Australia, so most of the mined coal is exported. In fact, Australia exports the most coal by value out of any other country, with major export partners including China and India. Australia’s reliance on its mining exports may lead to potential problems, particularly if long-term demand drops due to emerging alternative fuel sources, climate action, and increased competition from other coal producing countries. The effect on the tens of thousands of Australian workers in the mining industry may have already been felt, with lower employment numbers recorded recently. Environmental impact Of late, the fugitive emissions from coal mining have come under fire due to their contribution to environmental pollution. In Australia, emissions from underground coal mines were projected to total 19 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent by 2030. With a global focus on reducing air pollution and mitigating climate effects, the future of mining in Australia may not be as certain as it once was.

In August 2022, the lead price stood at $2,224 per ton (FOB, Australia), declining by -5.8% against the previous month.

7687 Global import shipment records of Lead,scrap with prices, volume & current Buyer's suppliers relationships based on actual Global export trade database.

Australia PPI: Articles: Mfg Industries: Basic Metal Products: Basic Non Ferrous Metal: Copper, Silver, Lead Smelt data was reported at 187.500 1989-1990=100 in Sep 2009. This records an increase from the previous number of 168.000 1989-1990=100 for Jun 2009. Australia PPI: Articles: Mfg Industries: Basic Metal Products: Basic Non Ferrous Metal: Copper, Silver, Lead Smelt data is updated quarterly, averaging 97.500 1989-1990=100 from Mar 1983 (Median) to Sep 2009, with 107 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 323.100 1989-1990=100 in Dec 2006 and a record low of 57.600 1989-1990=100 in Mar 1983. Australia PPI: Articles: Mfg Industries: Basic Metal Products: Basic Non Ferrous Metal: Copper, Silver, Lead Smelt data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Australian Bureau of Statistics. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Australia – Table AU.I022: Producer Price Index: 1989-90=100: ANZSIC 1993: Output of the Manufacturing Industry.

558 Global export shipment records of Lead Ingot with prices, volume & current Buyer's suppliers relationships based on actual Global export trade database.

Zinc fell to 3,063.05 USD/T on December 2, 2025, down 1.24% from the previous day. Over the past month, Zinc's price has fallen 1.42%, and is down 1.26% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Zinc - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on December of 2025.

GlobalData’s “Base Metals Mining in Australia to 2021” report covers comprehensive information on Australia’s base metal (copper, nickel, zinc, and lead) mining industry, base metal (copper, nickel, zinc, and lead) reserves and grade, the historical and forecast data on base metal (copper, nickel, zinc, and lead) production, and price. The report also includes the historical and forecast data on base metal (copper, zinc, and lead) consumption, ores and concentrates exports and exports by country. Detailed analysis of the Australian mining industry’s regulatory structure, factors affecting the demand for base metal (copper, nickel, zinc, and lead), profile of major base metal (copper, nickel, zinc, and lead) producing companies in Australia, and base metal (copper, nickel, zinc, and lead) mining projects at various stages (active, exploration and development) of the supply chain are provided Read More

Tin fell to 39,136 USD/T on December 1, 2025, down 0.06% from the previous day. Over the past month, Tin's price has risen 8.57%, and is up 36.97% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Tin - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on December of 2025.

The Australian refined lead market shrank to $X in 2022, reducing by -6.6% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, continues to indicate prominent growth. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Australia has a large supply of mineral, hydrocarbon and non-mineral reserves, which are often high quality and close to the Earth’s surface, enabling Australia’s Mining division to be globally price competitive. Fluctuations in commodity prices have fuelled revenue volatility over the past few years. Energy supply shocks, driven by the Russia-Ukraine conflict, have sent global energy prices soaring, boosting the value of coal and liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports over the past few years. However, softening energy prices in the two years through 2024-25 will constrain energy export revenue and weaken expansion. Iron ore prices have also fluctuated significantly in recent years. These prices climbed to a peak in 2020-21 because of supply chain disruptions in Brazil. However, a recent property market crisis in China has weakened steel demand, causing iron ore prices to sink and reach a two-year low in September 2024. The price bounced back in October 2024 amid optimism surrounding the Chinese economy and stimulus measures, but is forecast to drop in 2024-25 as recent trade tensions and the United States’ sweeping tariffs exacerbated this trend and pushed prices down. Division revenue is expected to have risen at an annualised 0.6% over the five years through 2024-25, to $437.3 billion. This includes an anticipated fall of 10.5% in 2024-25 as the values of coal, LNG and iron ore exports ease on the back of softening prices. Some miners have pivoted towards future-facing commodities like copper and lithium to align with energy transition trends, but oversupply and softening prices pose ongoing profitability challenges. Soaring operational costs are compounding these issues as labour shortages, rising input costs and sophisticated competition have eroded profit margins. While commodity prices like oil, gas and coal have retracted from recent highs, they remain above 2019-20 levels, offering some relief and counteracting profitability dips. Many mining companies have moved from completing expansion programs to rebalancing their portfolios and implementing cost-reduction initiatives, offsetting profitability slumps. Output across several key commodities like iron ore is set to climb as new mines and expansion projects come online. Despite this, a global supply glut will ease commodity prices, reducing division revenue. Revenue is forecast to decline at an annualised 3.1% over the five years through 2029-30, to $374.3 billion. Growing demand for critical minerals and commodities used in renewable infrastructure represents a growth opportunity for some areas of the Mining division. Consolidation trends will also accelerate over the coming years as larger miners undertake mergers and acquisitions.