The tantalum market at present is showing an unprecedented sharp surge in prices. The latest China CIF price of tantalum concentrate has reached $180–190 per pound, recording a dramatic increase of 135% compared to the level before the Chinese Spring Festival. This dramatic price fluctuation is the result of two major factors becoming intricately intertwined: sudden supply disruptions and a rapid supply-demand mismatch within the distribution chain.
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