Strategic mineral prices – 16 March 2026

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Latest global mineral prices for chrome, lithium, copper, nickel, coal, platinum and palladium. Track daily mining commodity price trends, demand markets and global mining industry insights.

MineralPrice Range (USD)TrendKey Demand Market
Chrome Concentrate (40–42% Cr)$300 – $315 / t⬆ UpStainless Steel / China
Lithium Carbonate (Battery Grade)$10,200 – $14,800 / t⬇ DownEV & Battery Sector
Antimony (Refined)$14,500 – $16,500 / t⬆ UpElectronics / Alloys
Copper (LME)$9,750 – $10,650 / t⬆ UpConstruction / Power Infrastructure
Nickel (LME)$14,600 – $17,200 / t⬇ DownStainless Steel / Batteries
Thermal Coal (Newcastle)$122 – $152 / t⬆ UpPower Generation
Platinum (Spot)$900 – $1,030 / oz⬆ UpAuto Catalysts
Palladium (Spot)$950 – $1,110 / oz➡ StableAuto Catalysts

Market signals show chrome strengthening above $300/t due to Chinese ferrochrome demand, while lithium remains under pressure from global oversupply despite steady EV demand.

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