Price Watchâ„¢ provides real-time price assessments and price forecasts for Manganese across top trading regions:
| Manganese Regional Coverage | Manganese Grade and Country Coverage | Manganese Pricing Data Coverage Explanation |
| Asia-Pacific Manganese Pricing Analysis | Manganese Purity: 45% min FOB Prices at Brisbane Port, Australia | Weekly Price Update on Manganese 45% min Purity Real-Time Export Prices from Brisbane Port, Australia to Global Markets |
| Middle East & Africa Manganese Pricing Analysis | Manganese Purity: 38% min FOB Prices at Santos Port, South Africa | Weekly Price Update on Manganese 38% min Purity Real-Time Export Prices from Santos Port, South Africa to Global Markets |
Manganese Price Forecasts & Market Foresight Q3 2026
Outlook: Strongly Bullish
Confidence: High
Manganese prices are expected to remain on a strong upward trajectory globally during Q3 2026, supported by tight ore availability, firm demand from the steel and battery industries, and constrained mine supply.
South Africa is likely to witness the strongest price gains amid supply limitations and robust export demand, while Australia is expected to maintain a bullish trend with steady shipments and healthy buying interest. Overall, the global manganese market is anticipated to remain strongly bullish throughout the quarter.
Global Manganese Market Overview by Region (July–September 2026)
| Country | Grade/ Incoterm | Outlook |
| South Africa | Â Purity: 38%min. FOB Richard Bay | Strongly Bullish |
| Australia | Purity: 45%min. FOB Brisbane | Bullish |
* Manganese Forecast represents an analytical assessment based on information available at the time of publication. Actual market prices may vary due to unforeseen operational, regulatory, geopolitical, or economic developments.
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The 3-Month Forecast (Updated Monthly)
It reflects changes in manganese ore mine production, steel and battery sector demand, mining and processing costs, producer operating rates, inventory levels, export availability, trade flows, freight rates, regional supply-demand balances, and geopolitical developments affecting the global manganese market.
The 12-Month Forecast (Published Annually)
It provides a strategic outlook based on expected capacity additions, supply-demand balances, feedstock economics, macroeconomic conditions, industrial production trends, trade policies, seasonal demand patterns, and long-term supply chain developments, supporting procurement, budgeting, and strategic planning.
Our Proprietary Hybrid Forecasting Model Evaluates:
- Feedstock & production economics
- Plant operating rates & outages
- Inventory and supply-demand balance
- Regional trade flows & freight
- Import-export dynamics
- Macroeconomic & geopolitical developments
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Manganese Price Trend Q2 2026
In Q2 2026, global manganese prices increase as tight mine supply, export logistics constraints, and steady steel sector demand support the market across key producing regions. Australia faces lower production after weather related disruptions at South32’s GEMCO mine, while South Africa continues to experience rail bottlenecks and elevated transport costs that restrict export availability.
These supply challenges keep the global market firm throughout the quarter despite stable downstream demand. The Manganese Price Chart reflects consistent price gains across major export markets, with South Africa recording stronger increases than Australia.
By June 2026, supply conditions begin stabilising in Australia, while South African export constraints remain in place and continue supporting prices. The Manganese Price Index indicates that the global market remains elevated at the end of Q2 as limited supply outweighs modest improvements in logistics and production.
Australia: Manganese Export prices FOB Brisbane, Australia; Purity: 45%min.
In Q2 2026, Manganese Price Trend in Australia records a 4.09% increase compared with Q1 2026. Supply remains constrained as South32 continues managing water levels and operational disruptions at its GEMCO mine following Tropical Cyclone Narelle.
The company also lowers its FY2026 production guidance after weather related interruptions, keeping manganese availability tight across the domestic market. Higher freight costs and steady demand from the steel sector provide additional price support during the quarter.
These factors keep Manganese Price in Australia on an upward path despite improved shipments from earlier recovery efforts. In June 2026, Manganese Prices in Australia increase by 0.59% compared with May as supply conditions remain firm while market activity stabilises.
South Africa: Manganese Export prices FOB Santos, South Africa; Purity: 38%min.
In Q2 2026, Manganese Price Trend in South Africa records a strong 12.24% increase compared with Q1 2026. Tight export availability and high logistics costs continue supporting the market.
Rail constraints through Transnet keep manganese movements below full capacity, while many producers still depend on more expensive road transport. Exxaro also confirms plans to shift more manganese volumes to rail because road transport costs are 37% higher, with logistics representing 43% of FOB costs.
These supply chain challenges keep Manganese Price in South Africa elevated throughout the quarter. In June 2026, Manganese Prices in South Africa rise by 10.69% compared with May as export demand remains firm and logistics constraints continue limiting market supply.

