One of the world’s lithium leaders looks like a shakier source
While it was well-telegraphed, Chile’s new model for lithium still surprised many investors.
Trudeau suggests China uses slave labor in lithium production
"If we're honest ... the lithium produced in Canada is going to be more expensive, because we don't use slave labour," he said as as he discussed Canada's efforts to ramp up production of the critical metal
Chile’s state miner seeks $1.5 billion from lithium partner
Enami has the rights to five lithium deposits in the Siete Salares area, with a collective net asset value estimated in $2.5 billion.
Peru wants to seize lithium ‘window of opportunity,’ says minister
The world's second largest copper producer, Peru has a lithium exploration project in the region of Puno, on the border with Bolivia.
Chile’s state lithium push emerges as test for Latam resource nationalism
Across the world, nationalizing oil industries in particular has proved attractive as a means of cashing in on valuable raw materials and boosting development.
Vulcan secures German lithium plant finance from chemicals maker Nobian
Nobian will contribute 161 million euros in cash as equity to fund capital expenses.
Chinese lithium price finally ticks up after five-month slide
Chinese lithium carbonate ticked up 1.2% Wednesday, the first gain this year.
SQM expects to start talks on lithium with government soon
The company's 2023-2025 investment plan totals $3.4 billion, of which $1.4 billion was aimed at increasing lithium production in Chile.
Lithium developer joins race to produce green fuel in Chile’s arid desert
Chile’s government is encouraging green hydrogen investment to harness the nation’s abundant solar and wind resources.
Lithium mining decisions must be in the public interest, Chile economy minister says
At the end of the day, companies’ strategic decisions must be aligned with national interests, says Economy Minister Nicolas Grau.
