Product Code: ETC008143 | Publication Date: Jun 2023 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 70 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 5 | |
The South Korea Nickel Market is likely to experience consistent growth rate gains over the period 2025 to 2029. The growth rate starts at 3.62% in 2025 and reaches 4.54% by 2029.
South Korea nickel market is expected to experience a strong growth of 9.2% by 2026. This can be attributed to increasing demand for stainless steel products in the country, which are primarily composed of nickel. Rapid industrialization and urbanization across South Korea has been driving up the demand for stainless steel products used in various end-use industries such as chemical processing, food & beverage manufacturing, construction and automotive among others. In addition, rising government initiatives towards developing infrastructure and promoting renewable energy sources will further drive the country?s nickel market over the forecast period (2021-2026). Moreover, South Korea also boasts one of the largest shipbuilding sectors globally which is expected to positively influence the demand for nickel during this period. Additionally, favorable policies from local governments aimed at encouraging research & development activities within certain industries are likely to create more opportunities for production and use of stainless steel products containing nickel across different applications segments in South Korea over the coming years.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 South Korea Nickel Market Overview |
3.1 South Korea Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 South Korea Nickel Market Revenues & Volume, 2019 & 2026F |
3.3 South Korea Nickel Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 South Korea Nickel Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 South Korea Nickel Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Applications, 2019 & 2026F |
4 South Korea Nickel Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for nickel in the electric vehicle (EV) industry due to the shift towards sustainable transportation. |
4.2.2 Growth in the aerospace and defense sectors, where nickel is used in manufacturing components. |
4.2.3 Advancements in technology leading to new applications for nickel, such as in rechargeable batteries and renewable energy systems. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating nickel prices in the global market impacting the profitability of nickel production and trade. |
4.3.2 Environmental concerns and regulations related to nickel mining and processing. |
4.3.3 Competition from alternative materials in various industries, affecting the demand for nickel. |
5 South Korea Nickel Market Trends |
6 South Korea Nickel Market, By Types |
6.1 South Korea Nickel Market, By Applications |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 South Korea Nickel Market Revenues & Volume, By Applications, 2016 - 2026F |
6.1.3 South Korea Nickel Market Revenues & Volume, By Stainless Steel, 2016 - 2026F |
6.1.4 South Korea Nickel Market Revenues & Volume, By Super Magnets, 2016 - 2026F |
6.1.5 South Korea Nickel Market Revenues & Volume, By Electroplating Chemicals, 2016 - 2026F |
6.1.6 South Korea Nickel Market Revenues & Volume, By Rechargeable Batteries, 2016 - 2026F |
6.1.7 South Korea Nickel Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2016 - 2026F |
7 South Korea Nickel Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 South Korea Nickel Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 South Korea Nickel Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 South Korea Nickel Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Nickel consumption in key industries such as EVs, aerospace, and renewable energy. |
8.2 Investment in nickel mining and processing infrastructure in South Korea. |
8.3 Research and development spending on nickel-related technologies and applications. |
8.4 Environmental impact assessments and compliance measures in nickel production processes. |
8.5 Adoption rate of nickel-containing products in consumer markets. |
9 South Korea Nickel Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 South Korea Nickel Market Opportunity Assessment, By Applications, 2019 & 2026F |
10 South Korea Nickel Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 South Korea Nickel Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2019 |
10.2 South Korea Nickel Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |