
After moly held its position over months of poor market sentiment, the metal has been hit hard. Just over a few weeks, the market price of molybdenum oxide has fallen by a whopping 30%.

Tuesday, November 11, 2008
After holding its ground much longer than other base metals, molybdenum’s price point has given way to the global economic current. The metal was stable in the $32 to $35 a pound range for much of this year; holding its value compared to the price plummet of the other base metals.

Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Japan wants to test the moly market, and will do so by issuing a temporary cut in the November nickel stainless molybdenum (SUS316) steel output. Output will be cut approximately 10%, and for the time being, the curb in production will only last a month to see how the market reacts.

Wednesday, July 30, 2008
Many investors are giving molybdenum the title “The New Uranium”, which is a hint at the profit potential that a savvy investor can make on the moly market. If you look at moly’s past- it is known to hit high highs and low lows, at the drop of a hat. In fact, the past 15 years have seen moly prices oscillate from $1.82 per lb to $40.00 per lb.
Thu, Nov 20, 2008
Quadra Mining has postponed plans to begin construction of molybdenum mine in East Greenland due to recent decline in metal prices. For full story, click here
Thu, Nov 20, 2008
The Copper Metro District received a big boost towards its new fire station due to $63,000 donation by Climax Molybdenum for the project. For full story, click here For Climax’s website, click here
Wed, Nov 19, 2008
The sudden and violent drop in molybdenum prices from $26 to $12 has left investors in shock. George Topping, an analyst at Blackmont Capital said: Looking at market reports, we’re hearing of trades in single digits. It’s an amazing decline. For full story, click here
Wed, Nov 19, 2008
Roca Mines Inc. provided production review for its MAX Molybdenum Mine and an outlook for ongoing operations. The MAX Molybdenum Mine has recently produced 245,754 lbs of molybdenum during September 2008 and 187,979 lbs of molybdenum during October 2008. For full story, click here For Roca’s website, click here
Tue, Nov 18, 2008
Molybdenum prices have fallen suddenly to a large extent on the end of last week due to suspension of molybdenum purchases for long period and financial situation at consumers. For full story, click here

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Monday, November 17, 2008
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