Molybdenum traded flat at 525.05 CNY/Kg on September 10, 2025. Over the past month, Molybdenum's price has risen 7.15%, and is up 8.82% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Molybdenum - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on September of 2025.

In 2023, the Metals Week price of molybdenum amounted to ***** U.S. dollars per pound. That was a considerable increase in comparison to the average molybdenum price in 2016, which amounted to six U.S. dollars per pound.

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In the first quarter (Q1) of 2025, the global price of molybdenum amounted to more than ****** U.S. dollars per metric ton. Between Q4 2022 and Q1 2025, the highest price of molybdenum worldwide was in Q1 2023, when it reached approximately ****** U.S. dollars per metric ton.

Why did the Molybdenum Price Change in July 2025? The Molybdenum Spot Price Index in North America decreased by 3.4% quarter-over-quarter in Q2 2025, driven by sluggish domestic demand and inflated landed costs due to the continued imposition of a 50% tariff under Section 232.

Get the latest insights on price movement and trend analysis of Molybdenum Disulfide in different regions across the world (Asia, Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Middle East Africa).

The Molybdenum Market Report is Segmented by End Product (Steel, Chemical, Foundry, and More), Product Form (Molybdenum Concentrates, Roasted Molybdenum, Ferromolybdenum, and More), End-Use Industry (Oil & Gas, Chemical & Petrochemical, Automotive, Industrial, Building & Construction, and More), and Geography (Asia-Pacific, North America, Europe, Rest of the World). The Market Forecasts are Provided in Terms of Volume (Tons).

Explore the factors influencing the price of molybdenum, a vital industrial metal used in steel, alloys, and more, and understand how supply-demand dynamics, geopolitical influences, environmental regulations, and speculative market activities impact its market volatility.

The average molybdenum import price stood at $68,963 per ton in May 2025, jumping by 18% against the previous month.

Chile Average Price: Molybdenum data was reported at 12.163 USD/lb in Dec 2018. This records an increase from the previous number of 12.002 USD/lb for Nov 2018. Chile Average Price: Molybdenum data is updated monthly, averaging 4.655 USD/lb from Jan 1979 (Median) to Dec 2018, with 480 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 36.625 USD/lb in May 2005 and a record low of 1.880 USD/lb in Dec 1992. Chile Average Price: Molybdenum data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Chilean Copper Commission. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Chile – Table CL.P001: Metal Prices.

Molybdenum (Mo) Market size is anticipated to reach around USD 6.70 billion by 2030, also estimated to grow at a CAGR of around 3.92% by 2025-2030.

In the period of consideration, import volumes of molybdenum ore and concentrates into the United Kingdom oscillated significantly and peaked at the end of the period. In 2022, this figure amounted to over *** million British pounds, an increase of ** percent compared to the previous year.

In February 2023, the molybdenum ore price stood at $27,803 per ton (FOB, Canada), with an increase of 33% against the previous month.

In 2023, purchases abroad of molybdenum was finally on the rise to reach 238 tons after two years of decline.

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The import value of molybdenum metal into South Korea amounted to approximately **** million dollars in 2023. This was a slight increase compared to a value of around **** million dollars in 2022.

Learn about the recent developments and trends in the exports of molybdenum ore from the United States. Find out the volume and value of exports, growth rates, and peak periods.

The molybdenum market worldwide is expected to grow steadily, with an estimated value of USD 346.3 billion in 2025, which is expected to reach around USD 548 billion by 2035, increasing at a CAGR of approximately 4.7%.

Market Metrics

Metrics	Values
Industry Size (2025E)	USD 346.3 billion
Industry Value (2035F)	USD 548 billion
CAGR (2025 to 2035)	4.7%

Country Wise Analysis

Country	CAGR (2025 - 2035 )
USA	5.3%
Uk	4.6%
France	4.2%
Germany	4.8%
Italy	4.1%
South Korea	5 %
Japan	4.4%
China	6.5%
Australia	4.7%
New Zealand	3.9%

Competitive Outlook

Company Name	Market Share (%)
Freeport-McMoRan Inc.	20-24%
Grupo México, S.A.B. de C.V.	16-20%
China Co., Ltd.	12-16%
Antofagasta plc	10-14%
Thompson Creek Metals Company Inc.	8-12%
Others (combined)	30-40%

Why did the Molybdenum Price Change in May 2025? The Molybdenum Price Index in North America showed a downward trend during Q1 2025, ending at USD 48,153/MT for Ferro-molybdenum 65% min CFR San Diego.

The statistic shows the import value of molybdenum ores and concentrates (HS Code 2613) into Russia from January 2021 to November 2023. According to data provided by Abrams.Wiki, in November 2023, Russia imported molybdenum ores and concentrates valued at approximately *********** U.S. dollars.