June 23, 2023

Mining deal-making declines, but Beaty and others see opportunities  

As the value of mining industry mergers and acquisitions falls from last year’s high, some investors see divergent trends moderating conditions.  

June 23, 2023

US Senate overwhelmingly backs tax treaty with Chile

Without it, taxes on US companies with Chilean operations could climb to more than 44%, the business group said.

June 22, 2023

Lithium producers warn global supplies may not meet electric vehicle demand

Even if more lithium mines are built, there are not enough facilities to produce specialized types of the metal for batteries.

June 21, 2023

Boric’s lithium strategy will hinder Chile’s growth, Conservative rival says

Jose Antonio Kast, who lost to Boric in the 2021 presidential election and aims to run again in 2025.

June 21, 2023

Volt eyes lithium big-league with breakthrough extraction technology

The innovative approach, rooted in fluid movement expertise, promises to unlock a new frontier in sustainable and localized lithium production.

June 21, 2023

Sayona considers restart of stand-alone lithium carbonate plant as early as 2026

Completing the plant will move Sayona Quebec downstream processing for the North American battery industry.

June 21, 2023

China lithium price rebound to be capped by growing supply, analysts say

Spot lithium carbonate prices in China nearly doubled in the last two months.

June 21, 2023

Albemarle becomes first lithium firm to complete responsible mining audit

Third-party audit shows Albemarle meets 50% to 75% of the criteria in each of four areas, including social and environmental responsibility.

June 20, 2023

Avalon Materials plans lithium processing plant in Ontario

Company acquires industrial site in Thunder Bay, aims to become province’s first vertically integrated lithium producer.

June 20, 2023

Australia cautious on Chinese investment in vital lithium sector

Chinese firms have already invested in lithium hydroxide refineries in Western Australia.