2 1 Shi Ji Jing Ji Bao Dao·2025-11-05 11:11Core Insights - The tungsten market has experienced a significant price surge, with major tungsten products reaching historical highs, driven by increased demand and supply constraints [1][2][3] Price Trends - Tungsten powder prices have surpassed 700,000 CNY/ton, currently at 710,000 CNY/ton; ammonium paratungstate (APT) is priced at 462,000 CNY/ton, while black and white tungsten concentrates are at 312,000 CNY/ton and 311,000 CNY/ton respectively, each increasing by 2,000 CNY from the previous trading day [1][2] - Year-to-date price increases for major tungsten products have exceeded 100%, with black tungsten concentrate rising by 118.18%, APT by 118.96%, and tungsten powder by 124.68% compared to the beginning of the year [1][2] Supply and Demand Dynamics - The tightening supply situation is expected to continue, with the Ministry of Natural Resources and the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology indicating a reduction in tungsten mining quotas for 2025, down to 58,000 tons, a decrease of 4,000 tons or 6.45% year-on-year [2][3] - The demand for tungsten has been bolstered by increased production in sectors such as photovoltaics and automotive, leading to a tight market balance [2][3] Industry Performance - Companies in the tungsten sector have reported strong financial results, with Zhongtung High-tech achieving a revenue of 12.755 billion CNY in the first three quarters, a year-on-year increase of 13.39%, and a net profit of 846 million CNY, up 18.26% [2] - Other companies like Xianglu Tungsten and Luoyang Molybdenum have also shown impressive performance, with net profits increasing by 259.65% and 72.61% respectively [2] Market Outlook - Analysts predict a favorable supply-demand balance for tungsten, with strong pricing support from supply constraints and resilient demand from downstream industries [3] - The tightening of mining quotas and limited new capacity are expected to reinforce the bullish outlook for tungsten prices [3]