Bloomberg
Chinese Nickel Firms in Indonesia Mull Output Cuts on Low Prices
Friday, August 28, 2026
Several Indonesian nickel smelters controlled by Chinese firms are considering coordinated output reductions, as weak prices have pressured profitability in the battery material sector. CNN reported the development based on people familiar with the matter. Nickel is a key component in lithium-ion battery production for electric vehicles and energy storage systems.
