Indium traded flat at 5,300 CNY/Kg on September 11, 2026, according to data from Trading Economics. The rare metal showed no price movement during the trading day, maintaining its previous closing level. Over the past month, indium has experienced a mild contraction, with prices falling 3.64% from higher levels.
However, the year-to-date performance remains substantially positive, with the commodity up 109.90% compared to September 2025, demonstrating strong long-term appreciation. Historically, indium reached an all-time high of 45,309 CNY/Kg in January 2024, according to Trading Economics data spanning from 2017 to 2026. The commodity's lowest recorded price during this period was 875.00 CNY/Kg.
Looking ahead, market analysts and Trading Economics global macro models project continued strength in indium pricing. The commodity is expected to trade at 5,372.63 CNY/Kg by the end of the current quarter. Over a 12-month horizon, analysts estimate indium will reach 5,825.41 CNY/Kg, suggesting further appreciation from current levels.
Indium's performance reflects broader demand from the electronics industry, where the metal is utilized in semiconductors, photovoltaic cells, and various high-technology applications. The significant year-over-year gains indicate sustained industrial demand and potential supply constraints in the global market. Source: Trading Economics, September 11, 2026
Source: tradingeconomics.com