Holmium Prices, Trend, Chart, Market Analysis, News, Demand, Historical and Forecast Data Report 2026 Edition
Holmium Price Trend, Index and Forecast
Track the latest insights on holmium price trend and forecast with detailed analysis of regional fluctuations and market dynamics across North America, Latin America, Central Europe, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, Middle East, North Africa, West Africa, Central and Southern Africa, Central Asia, Southeast Asia, South Asia, East Asia, and Oceania.
Holmium Prices Outlook Q3 2026
- China: USD 107/KG
- USA: USD 85/KG
- India: USD 109/KG
- Canada: USD 88/KG
- Japan: USD 112/KG
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During the third quarter of 2026, the holmium prices in China reached 107 USD/KG in September. Prices softened through the quarter as domestic separation plants maintained steady operating rates and kept availability of separated material comfortable for prompt delivery. Buying interest from downstream users stayed cautious, with processors procuring only for immediate requirements rather than building stocks. Sellers facing competitive offers showed a greater willingness to discount in order to keep material moving. Inventory positions at distributors remained adequate, which reduced the urgency among buyers to conclude large purchases. Export enquiries did not fully absorb the available volumes, leaving more material circulating in the domestic spot market. The softer tone therefore persisted through the period.
During the third quarter of 2026, the holmium prices in the USA reached 85 USD/KG in September. Prices moved upward as buyers faced firmer replacement costs for imported separated material and limited availability of well specified high-purity oxide. Domestic users in nuclear control rod, laser and specialty glass applications maintained steady procurement, absorbing the volumes that became available in the spot market. Suppliers showed little willingness to discount given the restricted number of qualified sources able to meet specification. Distributors kept inventories lean, which limited the volume of prompt material available for delivery and supported the firmer tone. Freight and handling charges on inbound cargo added further to delivered values across the quarter.
During the third quarter of 2026, the holmium prices in India reached 109 USD/KG in September. Prices advanced as import dependent buyers faced firmer landed costs for material sourced from established overseas producers. Limited domestic availability of well specified separated oxide kept the market reliant on imported volumes, so movements in overseas quotations passed quickly into local offers. Steady procurement from laser crystal growers, optical glass makers and research users absorbed available material and kept offtake consistent. Currency movements against supplying nations added to procurement costs for buyers managing foreign denominated purchases. Distributors kept inventories lean, which limited the volume of prompt material available for immediate delivery and kept offers firm through the period.
During the third quarter of 2026, the holmium prices in Canada reached 88 USD/KG in September. Prices climbed as cross border availability tightened and replacement costs rose across the North American rare earth supply chain. Canadian buyers faced firmer offers as strong demand in the USA absorbed available volumes and reduced export flexibility for shippers. Processors serving nuclear, laser and specialty glass segments maintained steady procurement despite the firmer pricing environment. Distributors kept inventories lean, which limited the volume of prompt material available for immediate delivery. Suppliers held firm on offers given the restricted availability through the quarter, reinforcing the upward tone.
During the third quarter of 2026, the holmium prices in Japan reached 112 USD/KG in September. Prices moved upward as import dependent buyers faced firmer replacement costs from established suppliers during the quarter. Strict quality and documentation requirements for high-purity separated material limited the number of qualified sources able to serve Japanese users. Steady procurement from laser, optical glass and phosphor manufacturers absorbed available volumes and kept offtake consistent. Distributors maintained lean inventories, which restricted the volume of well specified material available to spot buyers. Currency movements against supplying nations added to procurement costs for buyers managing foreign denominated purchases, reinforcing the firmer tone through the period.
Regional Coverage
The report provides a detailed analysis of the market across different regions, each with unique pricing dynamics influenced by localized market conditions, supply chain intricacies, and geopolitical factors. This includes price trends, price forecast and supply and demand trends for each region, along with spot prices by major ports. The report also provides coverage of FOB and CIF prices, as well as the key factors influencing holmium prices.
Europe Holmium Price Trend
Q3 2026:
The holmium price index in Europe moved upward through the quarter, supported by firmer replacement costs for imported separated rare earth material and steady demand from nuclear, laser and specialty glass users. European consumers depend almost entirely on imported holmium, so firmer offers in supplying markets pass quickly into landed costs. Availability of well specified high-purity oxide stayed restricted, and only a small number of qualified suppliers can serve large contracts. Purchasers therefore secured forward coverage rather than relying on spot deliveries, which added to the firmness of quotations. Distributors kept inventories lean, which limited the volume of prompt material available to non contract buyers. Documentation and handling requirements for separated rare earth material lengthened lead times and encouraged earlier ordering. Demand from control rod manufacturers, laser crystal growers and optical glass producers remained resilient despite the firmer cost base. Currency movements against supplying nations added further uncertainty to procurement costs across the region. Logistics constraints at major ports restricted the timely movement of cargo and supported the upward tone through the quarter.
| Region | Countries Covered |
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| Europe | Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, Turkey, Netherlands, Poland, Sweden, Belgium, Austria, Ireland, Switzerland, Norway, Denmark, Romania, Finland, Czech Republic, Portugal, and Greece, among other European countries. |
North America Holmium Price Trend
Q3 2026:
The holmium price index in North America moved upward during the quarter, reflecting firmer replacement costs and steady downstream demand. The USA, the largest consuming market in the region, recorded firmer quotations as users in nuclear control rod, laser and specialty glass applications maintained active procurement of available material. Canada followed the same direction, with cross border buyers facing firmer replacement costs as strong demand in the USA absorbed exportable volumes and reduced flexibility for shippers. Availability of high-purity holmium oxide stayed limited, which restricted the volume offered into the spot market. Domestic processing covers only part of regional requirements, leaving buyers exposed to movements in overseas quotations. Distributors kept inventories conservative, which reduced flexibility for buyers seeking prompt deliveries. Logistics constraints at ports and border crossings extended delivery times and encouraged forward purchasing. Demand from defence, medical laser and research customers remained consistent across the quarter. Suppliers held firm on offers given the tighter prompt market, reinforcing the upward direction through the period.
| Region | Countries Covered |
|---|---|
| North America | United States and Canada |
Middle East and Africa Holmium Price Trend
Q3 2026:
The study includes holmium price trends across the Middle East and Africa, taking into consideration variables that have a direct impact on market prices, such as regional industrial expansion, natural resource availability, and geopolitical conflicts.
| Region | Countries Covered |
|---|---|
| Middle East & Africa | Saudi Arabia, UAE, Israel, Iran, South Africa, Nigeria, Oman, Kuwait, Qatar, Iraq, Egypt, Algeria, and Morocco, among other Middle Eastern and African countries. |
Asia Pacific Holmium Price Trend
Q3 2026:
The holmium price index in Asia Pacific moved upward through the quarter, although the two largest markets moved in different directions. Japan recorded firmer quotations as import dependent buyers faced higher replacement costs for well specified separated material, and strict quality requirements limited the number of qualified suppliers able to serve large contracts. India followed the same direction, with buyers paying more for imported material as overseas quotations rose and domestic availability stayed limited. China moved in the opposite direction, with domestic quotations easing as separation plants kept availability ample and buyers limited purchases to immediate requirements. Export enquiries did not fully absorb available volumes in China, leaving more material circulating in the domestic spot market and encouraging competitive offers. Elsewhere in the region, buyers maintained regular procurement to cover laser, optical glass and nuclear requirements. Freight and container availability at major ports influenced delivered costs for importing markets across the region. Currency movements against supplying nations added to procurement costs for buyers managing foreign denominated purchases. The overall regional index therefore firmed despite the softer tone in China.
| Region | Countries Covered |
|---|---|
| Asia Pacific | China, India, Indonesia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Japan, Philippines, Vietnam, Thailand, South Korea, Malaysia, Nepal, Taiwan, Sri Lanka, Hongkong, Singapore, Australia, and New Zealand, among other Asian countries. |
Latin America Holmium Price Trend
Q3 2026:
The holmium market in Latin America is primarily shaped by regional import dependency and downstream industrial demand across nuclear control rods, solid-state laser crystals, and specialty glass colourants applications. However, due to logistics constraints and varying regulatory regimes, holmium prices might fluctuate dynamically across the region.
| Region | Countries Covered |
|---|---|
| Latin America | Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Columbia, Chile, Ecuador, and Peru, among other Latin American countries. |
Holmium Pricing Report, Market Analysis, and News
IMARC's latest publication, “Holmium Prices, Trend, Chart, Demand, Market Analysis, News, Historical and Forecast Data Report 2026 Edition,” presents a detailed examination of the holmium market, providing insights into both global and regional trends that are shaping prices. This report delves into the spot price of holmium at major ports and analyzes the composition of prices, including FOB and CIF terms. It also presents detailed holmium prices trend analysis by region, covering North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East and Africa. The factors affecting holmium pricing, such as the dynamics of supply and demand, geopolitical influences, and sector specific developments, are thoroughly explored. This comprehensive report helps stakeholders stay informed with the latest market news, regulatory updates, and technological progress, facilitating informed strategic decision-making and forecasting.
Holmium Industry Analysis
The global holmium market size reached USD 37.0 Million in 2025. By 2034, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 53.4 Million, at a projected CAGR of 4.16% during 2026-2034. Market growth is being driven by rising use of holmium oxide as a neutron absorber in nuclear control rods, expanding demand for holmium-doped laser crystals in medical and industrial systems, and steady consumption in specialty glass colourants and magnetic alloys.
Latest News and Developments:
- July 2026: Energy Fuels is building commercial-scale terbium (Tb) and dysprosium (Dy) oxide production capacity, described as one of the final steps in its integrated heavy rare earth supply chain, with its heavy rare earth plant under construction in Utah.
- October 2025: Global automakers are scouring the globe for crucial rare earths ahead of looming Chinese export controls, with executives worried that access to the materials could tighten for vehicle and component production.
- April 2025: Solvay expanded its rare earth processing operations in La Rochelle to reduce dependence on Chinese rare earth exports. While the initial focus is on neodymium and praseodymium for high-strength magnets, the upgraded facility also lays groundwork for scaling up processing of other rare earths.
Product Description
Holmium is a lanthanide-series rare earth element with the chemical symbol Ho, traded both as the metal and as the separated oxide. Holmium oxide (Ho2O3) is a pale yellow powder that is insoluble in water and dissolves in mineral acids to form holmium salts. The metal is soft, silvery and moderately reactive, tarnishing in air. Holmium has a high magnetic moment and absorbs thermal neutrons strongly. The nuclear industry is a principal consumer, followed by laser, optical and specialty glass manufacturing. End uses include holmium oxide as a burnable neutron absorber in control rods, holmium-doped yttrium aluminium garnet (Ho:YAG) crystals for solid-state lasers in medical and industrial systems, holmium as a colourant for glass and cubic zirconia, and limited additions to magnetic alloys and metal halide lamp fills. Industrially, holmium is obtained by solvent extraction of rare earth concentrates from monazite and bastnäsite, followed by precipitation and calcination to the oxide and metallothermic reduction of the anhydrous fluoride with calcium.
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| Product Name | Holmium |
| Report Features | Exploration of Historical Trends and Market Outlook, Industry Demand, Industry Supply, Gap Analysis, Challenges, Holmium Price Analysis, and Segment-Wise Assessment. |
| Currency/Units | US$ (Data can also be provided in local currency) or Metric Tons |
| Region/Countries Covered | The current coverage includes analysis at the global and regional levels only. Based on your requirements, we can also customize the report and provide specific information for the following countries: Asia Pacific: China, India, Indonesia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Japan, Philippines, Vietnam, Thailand, South Korea, Malaysia, Nepal, Taiwan, Sri Lanka, Hongkong, Singapore, Australia, and New Zealand Europe: Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, Turkey, Netherlands, Poland, Sweden, Belgium, Austria, Ireland, Switzerland, Norway, Denmark, Romania, Finland, Czech Republic, Portugal and Greece North America: United States and Canada Latin America: Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Columbia, Chile, Ecuador, and Peru Middle East & Africa: Saudi Arabia, UAE, Israel, Iran, South Africa, Nigeria, Oman, Kuwait, Qatar, Iraq, Egypt, Algeria, and Morocco The list of countries presented is not exhaustive. Information on additional countries can be provided if required by the client. |
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Key Benefits for Stakeholders:
- IMARC’s report presents a detailed analysis of holmium pricing, covering global and regional trends, spot prices at key ports, and a breakdown of ex-works, FOB, and CIF prices.
- The study examines factors affecting holmium price trend, including supply-demand shifts and geopolitical impacts, offering insights for informed decision-making.
- The competitive landscape review equips stakeholders with crucial insights into the latest market news, regulatory changes, and technological advancements, ensuring a well-rounded, strategic overview for forecasting and planning.
- IMARC offers various subscription options, including monthly, quarterly, and biannual updates, allowing clients to stay informed with the latest market trends, ongoing developments, and comprehensive market insights. The holmium price charts ensure our clients remain at the forefront of the industry.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Holmium Prices Report
The holmium price in September 2026 was 115.17 USD/Kg in Northeast Asia.
The holmium pricing data is updated on a monthly basis.
We provide the pricing data primarily in the form of an Excel sheet and a PDF.
Yes, our report includes a forecast for holmium prices.
The regions covered include North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Latin America. Countries can be customized based on the request (additional charges may be applicable).
Yes, we provide both FOB and CIF prices in our report.
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