Production quotas control nickel price: Nickel Q1 2026 Price Review
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The nickel market experienced a relatively volatile first quarter in 2026 as metal prices rallied on the back of supply-side concerns. Prices for Benchmark’s EXW China nickel sulphate price grade rose by 18.6% throughout the quarter, responding to supply concerns from Indonesia and a broader battery metal price rally.