【SMM Flash News】Indonesia's HPM Prices Hike Due to Multi-Element Benchmarks on Ore Valuation

Published: Apr 21, 2026 13:40

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Following the revision of Indonesia’s HPM formula to include Iron (Fe), Cobalt (Co), and Chromium (Cr), SMM expects the pricing impact to vary significantly. According SMM’s internal assumptions, Saprolite (20% Fe, 1% Cr, 0.05% Co) and Limonite (45% Fe, 2% Cr, 0.10% Co), calculated against the latest HMA benchmarks of $16,934/dmt for Nickel, $55,853/dmt for Cobalt, $1.58/dmt for Iron, and $6.37/dmt for Chrome. This modeling illustrates the impact of byproduct levels on the new benchmarks. These figures serve as a reference, though actual valuations will vary by mine geography and ore characteristics.

• Ni 1.2%: USD 46.06/wmt (↑ $28.73)

• Ni 1.3%: USD 50.35/wmt (↑ $30.13)

• Ni 1.6%: USD 64.85/wmt (↑ $34.63)

• Ni 1.7%: USD 70.03/wmt (↑ $36.03)

• Ni 1.8%: USD 75.42/wmt (↑ $37.42)

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