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Latest Sentiment SummaryFeb, 09 20266.8Moderately PositiveAs of February 2026, the sentiment for nickel trading in Indonesia is cautiously optimistic. While Indonesia continues its aggressive push for downstream processing and integration into the global EV battery supply chain, attracting significant foreign investment, persistent environmental concerns remain a key point of scrutiny. The government's commitment to value-added production is strong, but regulatory clarity, especially regarding ESG standards and carbon footprint, is becoming increasingly critical for international buyers and investors. Global nickel prices are experiencing moderate volatility, influenced by EV demand and new supply, yet Indonesia's strategic position in high-grade nickel production continues to offer a competitive edge.Feb, 09 2026 Summaries
Sentiment : 7.5
ReutersBloomberg
New high-pressure acid leach (HPAL) plants are coming online, significantly boosting Indonesia's capacity for battery-grade nickel production, attracting substantial foreign direct investment and strengthening its position in the EV supply chain.
Sentiment : 5
The Jakarta PostEnvironmental Watchdog Reports
International environmental groups and some major automotive manufacturers are increasing pressure on Indonesian nickel producers to adopt stricter ESG standards, particularly concerning tailings management and deforestation, threatening market access for non-compliant suppliers.
Sentiment : 7
Mining.comS&P Global Platts
Robust global demand for electric vehicles continues to drive the need for Class 1 nickel, positioning Indonesian producers of mixed hydroxide precipitate (MHP) and nickel matte favorably in the market, despite potential oversupply of nickel pig iron (NPI).
Sentiment : 6.5
Nikkei AsiaIndonesian Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources
The Indonesian government reiterates its long-term vision to achieve significant local content in the EV battery ecosystem, which is expected to stimulate growth in related industries and create a more integrated domestic supply chain around nickel processing.
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