Benchmark to increase frequency and to update specifications in its Rare Earths Price Assessments

Following the conclusion of a formal public consultation, Benchmark Mineral Intelligence is increasing the frequency of its rare earth price assessments to every two weeks, as well as updating the specification for CIF Europe & North America PrNd Oxide. This modification to the methodology for the Benchmark Rare Earths Price Assessment begins from 27 November 2025.

All rare earth price grades will increase to a publication frequency of every two weeks on Thursdays by 4pm (London).

Two of Benchmark’s rare earth price grades are affected by the change of specification:

Neodymium-Praseodymium Oxide; CIF Europe; >22%>70%; USD/Tonne

becomes

Neodymium-Praseodymium Oxide; CIF Europe; >20%>70%; USD/Tonne

Neodymium-Praseodymium Oxide; CIF North America; >22%>70%; USD/Tonne

becomes

Neodymium-Praseodymium Oxide; CIF North America; >20%>70%; USD/Tonne

“As short-term price movements become more pronounced, reliable and timely data has never been more important. Benchmark is strengthening market transparency by providing more frequent and representative rare earth oxide price assessments, ensuring participants have access to accurate data that truly reflects evolving global trade dynamics,” said George Ingall, Price Analyst at Benchmark.

Benchmark Price Assessments

Benchmark Mineral Intelligence is the world’s leading price reporting agency for the lithium-ion battery and energy transition supply chain.

We publish weekly and monthly IOSCO-compliant Price Assessments covering markets including rare earths, graphite, anodes, cathodes, lithium, nickel, cobalt, and black mass to provide accurate, transparent, and independent pricing that supports contract settlement and investment decisions across the battery industry.

Our graphite anode price assessments are produced by Benchmark’s specialist analysts and senior management with deep understanding of the battery raw materials market.

Please contact prices@benchmarkminerals.com to learn more about Benchmark’s market-leading Rare Earths Price Assessments.