Copper, Nickel, Lead & Zinc Mining in the US

Ups and downs

Uncertainty is the name of the game, as miners are at the whim of fluctuating consumer demand and volatile metal prices. The industry has enjoyed strong gains recently, but is likely to feel the effects of easing base metal prices over the next five years. Nonetheless, industry operators may take comfort from continuing strong demand from China and India.

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in developing the mine site, mining, and/or beneficiating (i.e., preparing) ores valued chiefly for their copper, nickel, lead, or zinc content. Beneficiating includes the transformation of ores into concentrates. This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.