Technology spat propels lithium’s biggest stock price swings
In the 12 months through Oct. 27, Standard Lithium soared more than 600% on the back of surging EV demand and the promise of a patented method of removing the metal from brine.
China’s companies are going to any length for a hold on lithium
The chip shortage that’s gripped the car industry by the throat is a reminder to EV executives in China of what might happen if they run short of lithium.
China’s Chengxin submits bid for Ukraine lithium deposits
The bid underscores Shenzhen-based Chengxin's ambitious overseas expansion plans.
Stellantis inks deal with Vulcan for CO2-free lithium supply in Europe
Vulcan already has supply deals with Belgian recycling group Umicore and South Korea's LG Chem Ltd.
Russian state-controlled firm enters lithium project in Argentina
Uranium One will buy a 15% stake in Alpha One Lithium, which owns the Tolillar lithium deposit in Argentina.
Researchers develop anti-ageing chemistry to overcome next-gen lithium battery decay
Researchers at the Chinese Academy of Sciences mimicked natural processes to stop the chemical degradation of electrolytes in high-voltage lithium batteries.
After shaking up nickel, China’s Tsingshan sets sights on lithium
Predominantly a stainless steel maker, the company came out of nowhere to become the world's top nickel producer in 2018 thanks to its pioneering use of low-grade nickel pig iron.
Argentine state energy firm YPF spies lithium tie-ups with CATL
YPF President Pablo González said there were "great opportunities for joint ventures" with CATL.
Cornish Lithium gets $24 million to develop UK assets
TechMet’s funding is the first institutional investment in Cornish Lithium, which has previously used crowdfunding to raise new capital.
Standard Lithium gets $100 million investment boost from Koch
Standard Lithium is also exploring opportunities to work with several Koch Industries subsidiaries in key areas of alignment with the its project development needs.
