Lithium Top Stories

SQM invests $2 million in Chilean startup Movener

Movener, which aims to transform traditional trucks into hybrid-electric vehicles, is the first Chilean company in SQM’s venture portfolio.

Staff Writer | April 26, 2024 | 9:01 am

Glencore mulls mining investments in Nigeria

It's especially interested in nickel, cobalt, zinc and other metals,…

Staff Writer | April 26, 2024 | 5:33 am

On lithium’s frontier, miners are betting on a greener second act

Despite bullish long term forecasts, the metal has been languishing near…

Bloomberg News | April 25, 2024 | 2:43 pm

Miners struggle to finance projects amid surging battery demand — IEA

EVs could reach 17 million in 2024, accounting for more…

Staff Writer | April 25, 2024 | 11:19 am

SQM partner Tianqi Lithium requests shareholders vote on Codelco tie-up

Tianqi also said not enough financial information has been given…

Reuters | April 25, 2024 | 6:58 am

‘Green’ battery recycling technique allows for massive recovery of aluminum, lithium

A recently developed method allows for the recovery of 100% of the aluminum and 98% of the lithium from spent electric car batteries.

Staff Writer | October 18, 2023 | 5:15 am

Codelco to buy Lithium Power for $244 million

The acquisition would mark the Chilean copper giant's first foray into the lithium space, as part of the country's new public-private model for the sector.

Cecilia Jamasmie | October 18, 2023 | 3:28 am

Posco-backed group invests in lithium technology startup EnergyX

EnergyX is building a DLE demonstration plant in Argentina's Salta province, near Posco's Sal de Oro project.

Reuters | October 17, 2023 | 10:12 am

Nigeria to require mining firms to invest in domestic processing

Government wants to boost processing and refining of metals like lithium and zinc within the country.

Reuters | October 17, 2023 | 7:38 am

China’s lithium triangle inroads show US challenges in EV race

The lithium triangle of South America accounts for more than half of global resources.

Bloomberg News | October 16, 2023 | 10:45 am

Visualized: What is the cost of electric vehicle batteries?

The cost of EV batteries can vary based on size and chemical composition.

Visual Capitalist Elements | October 16, 2023 | 8:03 am

US, EU business groups push for steel deal, minerals drive at summit

The US Chamber of Commerce and BusinessEurope made the call on Monday, before President Biden hosts European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen.

Reuters | October 16, 2023 | 7:43 am

Giant lithium deal collapses after Australian billionaire Rinehart steps in

Albemarle has walked away from its $4.2 billion takeover of Liontown Resources after Australia’s richest woman built up a blocking minority.

Bloomberg News | October 16, 2023 | 6:56 am

Tsingshan plans $233 million lithium-related investment in Chile

Company to set up a plant to produce lithium iron phosphate, Chilean President Gabriel Boric said.

Reuters | October 16, 2023 | 6:45 am

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