The global helium supply chain is tightening:
China's helium imports from Qatar have collapsed to near zero, from a peak of ~65 million cubic feet in late-2025, the lowest on record.
Imports from Russia have declined -50 million cubic feet over the last 2 quarters, to ~38.5 million cubic feet, the lowest since Q3 2025.
The drop comes as the Iran War disrupts exports from Qatar, which supplied ~33% of global helium before the conflict,
As a result, spot helium prices for immediate delivery have roughly DOUBLED over the last 4 months.
Meanwhile, China has introduced new export controls on helium, despite not being a major producer itself, as the country relies heavily on imports to supply critical industries, including semiconductor manufacturing and medical equipment.
China has also been an important transit route for Russian helium into Europe since direct EU imports from Russia were restricted.
Helium supply is being squeezed from multiple directions.
New Expansion Zones just dropped in Helium World 👀.
The big carriers need more coverage for phone users in these areas. Helium's people-built approach fills that gap.
This drop includes major NYC landmarks: MSG. Radio City. Grand Central. Javits Center. Port Authority 🗽.
Individuals can deploy Hotspots in Expansion Zones. Or venues inside the Zones can convert their existing Wi-Fi into part of the Helium Network. No new hardware needed.
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Boots on the ground today in support of the CLARITY Act.
A message from CLO of Helium @SarahAberg1 after testifying before the United States House Committee on Financial Services @FinancialCmte 🙌.
Cheers from Calgary, where I am for #PETS2026#! The general chairs have done a phenomenal job, you can see here they have "pets" (weighted helium balloons) you can adopt and take for a walk.
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As they conclude their breakdown of the updated 2028 Rankings, Shooter Hunt and Cory McCartney spotlight 3️⃣ outfielders with significant helium potential heading into the summer circuit 📈
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