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Prices · BusinessLine

Lithium prices likely to head lower this half as supplies improve

Improved supply is expected to pressure lithium prices lower in the second half of the year, while demand holds steady.

Prices · BusinessLine

Lithium prices likely to head lower this half as supplies improve

Analysts anticipate downward pressure on lithium prices in the second half of the year as global supply normalizes and expands.

China · sunsirs.com

Lithium carbonate breaks through 150,000 RMB/ton

Lithium carbonate prices in the Chinese market broke through the 150,000 yuan per ton mark, a key benchmark for the global market.

Prices · Mining Weekly

BMI revises its yearly lithium price forecasts on resilient energy demand

Research firm BMI has revised its lithium price forecasts for the year, underpinned by resilient energy demand.

Australia · The Australian

Rio Tinto taps Macquarie to sell Mt Cattlin lithium mine

Rio Tinto has appointed Macquarie to manage the sale of its Australian Mt Cattlin mine, signaling portfolio reshuffling among major miners.

Prices · Mining Weekly

BMI revises its yearly lithium price forecasts on resilient energy demand

Consultancy BMI adjusted its yearly lithium price forecasts, underpinned by stronger-than-expected demand from the energy sector.

Australia · The Australian

Rio Tinto taps Macquarie to sell Mt Cattlin lithium mine

Rio Tinto appointed Macquarie to manage the sale of its Mt Cattlin lithium asset, signaling portfolio reshuffling among major producers.

Global market · AD HOC NEWS

Albemarle stock climbs as lithium prices and Q2 sales improve

The world's leading lithium producer saw its shares rise after reporting stronger quarterly sales and a recovery in metal prices.

Prices · Mining Weekly

BMI revises its annual lithium price forecasts

Consultancy BMI adjusted its yearly lithium price forecasts, driven by resilient energy demand.

China · Mining.com

CATL mine shutdown threatens to flip lithium market into deficit

The suspension of operations at a mine owned by China's CATL could reverse the current surplus and push the global lithium market into a supply deficit.

China · Mining.com

CATL mine shutdown threatens to flip the lithium market into deficit

The suspension of operations at a mine owned by China's CATL could tip the currently balanced global lithium market into deficit, with a direct impact on prices.

China · Shanghai Metals Market

Spot lithium carbonate consolidates higher in China amid cautious buying

Spot lithium carbonate prices in China are consolidating higher, while downstream demand remains cautious and in a wait-and-see stance.

China · discoveryalert.com.au

China's Spodumene Market Awaits Key Supply-Demand Signals in 2026

The balance between spodumene supply and demand in China will be decisive for the sector's price trajectory in 2026.

China · economy.ac

China opens lithium futures and options to foreign investors

Beijing is granting foreign capital access to its lithium futures and options markets, a move aimed at gaining greater influence over global pricing.

Global market · Benchmark Mineral Intelligence

Winter storm at Hombre Muerto could prompt changes to permitting regime

A winter storm disrupted brine operations at Argentina's Hombre Muerto salt flat, which Benchmark says could lead to adjustments in the permitting framework.

Global market · CarbonCredits.com

Lithium prices stay strong as Albemarle earnings surge on market recovery

Albemarle posted a sharp rise in earnings amid the market recovery, while RBC sees resilience in lithium demand.

Prices · Benchmark Mineral Intelligence

What the lithium forward curve is telling buyers

An analysis of the forward price curve offers signals about market expectations and helps guide buyers' procurement decisions.

Global market · Crux Investor

Lithium demand surges 45% beyond EVs

Battery storage is driving lithium demand that now extends beyond the electric vehicle segment, raising questions about the sustainability of prices.

Global market · Crux Investor

Lithium demand surges 45% beyond electric vehicles

Lithium demand is expanding by 45% driven by sectors beyond electric mobility, with battery storage as a key driver. The question is whether this growth can sustain prices.

Prices · CarbonCredits.com

Lithium Prices Stay Strong as Albemarle Earnings Surge on Market Recovery

Albemarle posted a sharp earnings improvement supported by the market recovery, while RBC anticipates resilient demand. The signals point to price stabilization after the downturn.

Prices · Benchmark Mineral Intelligence

Lithium Price Watch: What the Forward Curve Is Telling Buyers

Benchmark examines the signals from the lithium forward price curve and what they mean for buyers in the current market context. A key input for planning contracts and revenue projections.

Prices · CarbonCredits.com

Lithium Prices Hold Firm as Albemarle's Earnings Rebound

Albemarle's earnings surged on a market recovery and RBC expects resilient demand, reinforcing the bullish tone in lithium prices.

Global market · Stock Titan

Lithium Argentina advances 10,000-tonne Stage 2 expansion

Lithium Argentina is progressing on a second-stage expansion of 10,000 tonnes, reinforcing the development of its resource in the country.

Prices · CarbonCredits.com

Lithium prices stay strong as Albemarle earnings surge on market recovery

Albemarle posted a jump in earnings driven by the price recovery, while RBC forecasts resilient demand for the sector.

Prices · CarbonCredits.com

Lithium Prices Hold Firm as Albemarle Earnings Surprise

Albemarle (ALB) posted a solid earnings increase amid the market recovery, while RBC forecasts resilient demand supporting lithium prices.

Global market · Investing News Network

Lithium Argentina Reports Second Quarter 2026 Results

The company focused on Argentine assets released its quarterly performance, a key reference point for tracking the local sector.

Australia · Kalkine

PLS posts record FY26 spodumene sales

Australia's PLS Group reported record spodumene sales in fiscal year 2026, driven by the ramp-up of its mid-stream plant.

Chile · simplywall.st

SQM Rises 8.7% After Doubling Mt Holland Lithium Output Plan

Chile's SQM gained sharply on the market after announcing it will double lithium production at its Mt Holland project. The move reinforces the expansion strategy of one of the region's largest producers.

Australia · Kalkine

Pilbara Minerals Posts Record FY26 Spodumene Sales as Mid-Stream Plant Ramps Up

Australian producer PLS reached record spodumene sales as its mid-stream processing plant accelerates its start-up. A sign of volume recovery in the leading hard-rock exporting country.

Chile · simplywall.st

SQM Rises 8.7% After Doubling Mt Holland Lithium Output Plan

Chilean miner SQM gained on the market after announcing it would double its production plan at the Mt Holland project in Australia.

Chile · simplywall.st

SQM up 8.7% after doubling Mt Holland lithium output plan

Chile's SQM rose sharply after announcing it will double planned lithium output at the Mt Holland project in Australia.

Prices · Brave New Coin

Lithium carbonate holds at 142,750 yuan after a pullback

The price of lithium carbonate is holding the 142,750 yuan level after a recent decline, in a market seeking to consolidate its recovery.

Chile · TradingKey

SQM stock analysis and forecast

A review of the market performance and outlook for Chile's SQM, one of the world's largest lithium producers and a regional benchmark.

Chile · TradingKey

SQM stock analysis and forecast

A review of the outlook for Chile's SQM, one of the world's leading lithium producers and a key benchmark for the regional market.

Chile · tradingkey.com

Analysis and outlook for Chile's SQM stock

Chilean miner SQM, one of the world's largest lithium producers, is the subject of a market analysis and forecast on its share performance.

Global market · Shanghai Metals Market

Producers outside China resume output amid tight supply outlook for 2027

Major producers outside China are restarting production, though the market expects supply to remain insufficient in 2027, with potential upside for ore prices.

Prices · Shanghai Metals Market

Producers Outside China Resume Output Amid Tight Supply Toward 2027

With supply projected to remain insufficient through 2027, non-Chinese producers are restarting operations, fueling debate over how high lithium ore prices can climb.

Prices · Benchmark Mineral Intelligence

Benchmark Launches Consultation on FOB South America Lithium Carbonate Prices

The consultancy opened a market consultation to establish FOB pricing references for South American lithium carbonate, a metric of direct interest to Argentine production.

Chile · TradingKey

SQM: stock analysis and forecast for the Chilean miner

Chilean producer SQM draws investor attention amid a price recovery and a reshaping of the Latin American lithium market.

Global market · Shanghai Metals Market

Major Producers Resume Output Amid Tight Market Toward 2027

Producers outside China are restarting operations in response to supply projected to fall short by 2027, against a backdrop of recovering lithium ore prices.

Prices · Benchmark Mineral Intelligence

Benchmark Launches Consultation on FOB South America Lithium Carbonate Prices

The consultancy opens a consultation process to establish an FOB price benchmark for South American lithium carbonate, a region central to Argentine output.

China · Shanghai Metals Market

Major producers outside China resume output amid tight 2027 outlook

Analysts warn that even with leading non-Chinese producers restarting operations, supply may fall short of projected 2027 demand. The scenario fuels bullish expectations for ore prices.

Global market · Benchmark Minerals

Benchmark opens consultation on FOB South America lithium carbonate prices

The consultancy launched a consultation to establish an FOB South America price reference for lithium carbonate. The initiative is significant for lithium triangle producers, including Argentina.

Chile · ChemNet

Lithium prices doubled in the first half and Chile earned nearly USD 800 million

Lithium prices doubled during the first half of the year, allowing Chile to secure nearly USD 800 million in mining revenue. The figure reinforces the appeal of regional projects across the Puna.

Global market · news.metal.com

Supply set to fall short by 2027 as major producers outside China restart output

With tight inventories and firm demand, analysts warn supply will remain insufficient in 2027, even as major producers outside China restart operations. The outlook fuels bullish expectations for lithium ore.

Chile · ChemNet

Lithium prices doubled in the first half and Chile earned nearly USD 800 million

The rebound in lithium prices in the first half of the year lifted Chile's mining revenue to nearly USD 800 million, reflecting the recovery of the global market.

China · Shanghai Metals Market

Non-Chinese producers resume operations amid expected 2027 shortage

Analysts warn supply may fall short in 2027, as major producers outside China restart production and lithium ore shows upside potential.

Global market · Shanghai Metals Market

Producers outside China resume output amid projected 2027 shortage

Major producers outside China are restarting production to address a supply shortfall expected by 2027, as the market weighs how far ore prices could rally.

Australia · ABC News

Australia Pushes Local Processing, but Miners Question the Numbers

The Australian government wants lithium refined domestically, though producers warn the economics do not yet add up.

Australia · ABC News

Australia Pushes for Domestic Lithium Processing, but Miners Question the Numbers

The Australian government wants to develop lithium processing domestically, though miners warn the project economics do not add up under current conditions.

Global market · Discovery Alert

Albemarle beats Q2 expectations on rising lithium prices

The world's largest lithium producer reported better-than-expected earnings in Q2 2026, supported by the recovery in mineral prices. The result reinforces signs of improvement in the global market.

Prices · Shanghai Metals Market

Battery-grade lithium carbonate stands at RMB 139,000 per tonne

Battery-grade lithium carbonate reached RMB 139,000 per tonne as of August 4, amid consolidation following a recent recovery. The Chinese benchmark continues to set the market's tone.

Australia · ABC News

Australia pushes for local lithium processing, but miners question the economics

The Australian government is promoting domestic lithium processing, yet industry players warn the numbers don't add up. The debate reflects tensions over value-added strategies in producer countries.

Global market · Discovery Alert

Albemarle beats expectations in Q2 2026 on rising lithium prices

The world's largest lithium producer reported a better-than-expected quarterly profit, driven by the recovery in prices. The result signals a meaningful turnaround for the sector.

China · Shanghai Metals Market

Battery-grade lithium carbonate reached RMB 139,000/mt in China

Battery-grade lithium carbonate stood at RMB 139,000 per tonne as of August 4, amid an upward consolidation of spot prices in the Chinese market.

Australia · abc.net.au

Australia pushes for domestic lithium processing, but miners say the numbers don't add up

The Australian government wants to build local processing capacity, but companies warn the economics do not work. The debate is relevant for Argentina, which faces the same dilemma over adding local value.

China · Shanghai Metals Market

Battery-grade lithium carbonate reaches RMB 139,000 per tonne in China

Battery-grade lithium carbonate stood at RMB 139,000 per tonne as of August 4, a key benchmark from the main consuming market. The Chinese price serves as a barometer for global demand expectations.

Global market · mining-journal.com

Albemarle posts sharp profit jump as lithium prices rise

The world's largest lithium producer reported a significant increase in second-quarter earnings, driven by the recovery in prices. The result reinforces signs of improvement in the global market.

China · Shanghai Metals Market

Battery-grade lithium carbonate stands at RMB 139,000/mt

The price of battery-grade lithium carbonate in China stood at RMB 139,000 per tonne as of August 4. The Asian benchmark remains key to anticipating the international price trend.

Prices · Shanghai Metals Market

Spot Lithium Carbonate Prices Consolidate Higher as Downstream Buys as Needed

Spot lithium carbonate prices firmed in China, with downstream buyers acquiring volumes selectively on each dip.