Forecasts and Scenarios
Illuminating the path ahead
Your partner in navigating future commodity markets with confidence. We specialise in delivering timely forecasts across short, medium and long-term horizons, covering essential data such as commodity prices, supply/demand dynamics, asset costs, emissions, and valuations.
Our forecasts are not just numbers, they're insights crafted to illuminate the paths ahead across supply chains, markets and industries. Since our fondation in 1969, we have been, and still are, at the forefront of research and market intelligence, we employ robust methodologies that integrate macroeconomic trends, cost dynamics and climate considerations.
We empower strategic and operational planning with scenarios, and offer analysis and tools that explore a spectrum of potential outcomes. Whether you rely on our data or integrate your own assumptions, CRU equips you with the necessary knowledge to make informed decisions in a dynamic market landscape.
Why choose us?
Partner with us to harness the power of foresight. Together, we'll navigate uncertainties, seize opportunities, and shape successful strategies for the years to come.
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Asset Services
Asset service: Access, compare & benchmark site performance with standard cost, emissions & valuation data across 5,000+ sites. Book a demo.
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Battery Technology and Cost Model
CRU batteries cost modelling and technology analysis to quantify production costs, optimise design and de-risk projects. Request a demo - contact us today.
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Copper Smelting and Refining Asset Service
Get expert analysis on copper smelting and refining costs. CRU offers detailed insights help optimise efficiency and profitability in the copper industry.
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CRU DataLab
Seamlessly access, analyse and integrate independent commodity and production site data using CRU DataLab & API. Request a demo to learn more.
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Emissions Services
Access emissions performance data for assets and projects to understand the emissions landscape and compare process-level emissions across assets and regions in seconds.
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Energy Storage Technology and Cost Service
Unlock competitive advantage with CRU's Energy Storage Technology and Cost Service. Get comprehensive insights into current and future trends, supply chain dynamics, and disruptive technologies for informed strategic planning and investment decisions.
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Fertilizer Services
CRU's fertilizer services deliver actionable market insights, price forecasts, cost and carbon emissions data to help producers optimise production, manage costs, and plan strategically.
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Lithium Asset Service
Gain trusted insight into lithium mining and refining — from production and cost structures to financial performance and asset competitiveness.
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Low Emissions Hydrogen and Ammonia
Low-emissions hydrogen and ammonia analysis. Explore cost, demand and market developments across key end-use sectors. Click for key market insights!
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Solar Technology and Cost Service
Gain expert insights into solar market trends, costs, and technologies. Optimize investments and stay ahead with detailed analysis of the solar supply chain
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Specialty Phosphate Service
A full view of the high-grade emerging phosphate market. With data rich industry analysis, insight into the growth of the emerging Lithium Iron Phosphate sector, the role of phosphate within LFP, LFMP and the growth and demand for specialty phosphates
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Discover more about CRU Insight
Expert Interpretation of Market Data and Events
CRU experts turn market data into clear insights: identify drivers, assess impacts and spot risks and opportunities across commodity markets. Get in touch.
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Market and Industry Trends and Themes
Actionable analysis of commodity market trends, drivers and themes from CRU to inform strategy and risk management. Contact us for tailored insight.
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Specialist Analyst Support
Tailored analyst support from CRU experts and proprietary data to strengthen decisions and stakeholder engagement. Contact us today for a consultation now.
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Economic and Sustainability Policy and Regulation
CRU offers a comprehensive suite of economic and sustainability insights that enable businesses to navigate the complex and rapidly evolving landscape of climate change and the energy transition.
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Clean Technologies
Stay ahead in navigating the sustainable energy landscape and make informed decisions with insights about clean technology.
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