Mineral Market Report 2025

The mineral market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.09 trillion in 2024 to $1.16 trillion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in industrialization and infrastructure development, global economic conditions, environmental regulations, commodity prices, infrastructure projects.

The mineral market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.39 trillion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to circular economy practices, supply chain resilience, evolving consumer preferences, geopolitical factors, infrastructure investment. Major trends in the forecast period include technological innovation in mineral processing, green technologies, technological advancements in mining, renewable energy technologies, strategic stockpiling.

Cost-effective, high-performance alternatives and the expansion of applications for advanced ceramics are expected to drive market growth in the future. Advanced ceramics are seen as superior options compared to metals, plastics, and glass due to their enhanced performance capabilities. They are characterized by high chemical purity and meticulous processing. These materials are utilized in various applications, including thermal barrier coatings in engine hot parts, ceramic composites, thermal protection systems, engine components, as well as sensors and antennas. For example, the United States Advanced Ceramics Association, a US-based organization representing advanced ceramic producers, highlights that advanced ceramics play a vital role in several sectors, including aerospace, defense, power generation, and industrial processing, significantly impacting the economy and environment. They improve the thermal, wear, and corrosion resistance of traditional ceramics by enhancing their toughness. Therefore, the cost-effective superior alternatives and increasing applications of advanced ceramics are likely to propel market growth in the future.

The mineral market is anticipated to witness growth driven by the increasing adoption of electric vehicles (EVs). Electric vehicles, powered by electricity stored in rechargeable batteries, predominantly use lithium-ion batteries, requiring significant amounts of minerals such as lithium, cobalt, and nickel. Lithium, a crucial component of cathodes in these batteries, is central to the electric vehicle industry. In the first quarter of 2023, over 2.3 million electric cars were sold, marking a 25% increase from the same period in 2022. The International Energy Agency (IEA) predicts 14 million EV sales by the end of 2023, reflecting a 35% year-on-year increase. The growth in EV production and sales is a key driver for the mineral market.

Key companies in the mineral market are concentrating on utilizing price assessments and market analysis to stay informed about current market conditions and developments. For example, in May 2024, Benchmark Mineral Intelligence, a UK-based research and consulting firm, launched its Rare Earths Price Assessment. This initiative represents a significant advancement in enhancing market transparency and supporting improved decision-making in the rare earth sector. As demand continues to grow in line with the global energy transition, this initiative will be crucial for both producers and consumers as they navigate an increasingly complex landscape.

Major companies operating in the mineral market include Glencore plc, Jiangxi Copper Company Limited, BHP Billiton Limited, China National Building Material Group Co. Ltd., Compagnie de Saint-Gobain S.A., Rio Tinto Group, Vale S.A., Nutrien Ltd., Anglo American plc, LafargeHolcim Ltd., Freeport-McMoRan Inc., HeidelbergCement AG, Anhui Conch Cement Company Limited, Teck Resources Limited, Newmont Corporation, Barrick Gold Corporation, Southern Copper Corporation, Sibanye-Stillwater Limited, First Quantum Minerals Ltd., Agnico Eagle Mines Limited, Gold Fields Limited, Kinross Gold Corporation, Lundin Mining Corporation, Yamana Gold Inc., Turquoise Hill Resources Ltd., Hudbay Minerals Inc., Pan American Silver Corp., Wheaton Precious Metals Corp., Iamgold Corporation, Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation Limited, Alamos Gold Inc., Americas Gold and Silver Corporation, Eldorado Gold Corporation, Endeavour Silver Corp., Equinox Gold Corp., Fortuna Silver Mines Inc., Great Panther Mining Limited, MAG Silver Corp., McEwen Mining Inc., OceanaGold Corporation, Osisko Gold Royalties Ltd., Sierra Metals Inc., SilverCrest Metals Inc., SSR Mining Inc., Torex Gold Resources Inc.

The Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the mineral market in 2024. Western Europe was the second-largest region in the mineral market. The regions covered in the mineral market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the mineral market report are Australia, China, India, Indonesia, Japan, South Korea, Bangladesh, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Singapore, Philippines, Hong Kong, New Zealand, USA, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Argentina, Colombia, Peru, France, Germany, UK, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Russia, Czech Republic, Poland, Romania, Ukraine, Saudi Arabia, Israel, Iran, Turkey, UAE, Egypt, Nigeria, South Africa.

The mineral market consists of sales of metallic minerals and non-metallic minerals. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

Minerals are naturally occurring organic substances with distinct chemical compositions, crystal structures, and physical properties such as tenacity, cleavage, fracture, specific gravity, lustre, color, and hardness, commonly found in the Earth's crust. They are extensively utilized across diverse sectors such as residential and commercial heating, electricity generation, transportation fuel, and plastics production.

The primary mineral types encompass cement and concrete products, glass and related items, non-metallic mineral products, clay products and refractories, as well as lime and gypsum products. Cement and concrete products are integral in constructing buildings and have various applications in chemical manufacturing, metallurgy, electrical infrastructure, electronics, glass production, vehicles, and other industries. These minerals serve as fundamental components in construction, manufacturing processes, and various end-user applications.

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The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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