March 3, 2024

As batteries demand more cobalt, scientists figure out how to use less for blue pigments

Scientists have discovered a new blue pigment that uses less cobalt but still maintains a brilliant shine.

March 3, 2024

Chile wants 3 or 4 new lithium projects running in 2026, finance minister says

Chile initiated a policy last year to increase state control of the strategic metal needed in batteries for electric vehicles. 

March 1, 2024

LithiumBank hikes Boardwalk project value by $600 million

The after-tax net present value (at an 8% discount) for Boardwalk is now pegged at $2.3 billion.

March 1, 2024

Newly created Critical Metals on track to construct EU’s first battery-grade lithium mine 

Wolfsberg is kicking off a two year construction phase, and has an agreement to supply BMW by 2027. 

March 1, 2024

Yellen praises Chile’s policies in visit to lithium-rich ally

US Treasury Secretary will see government officials including Finance Minister Mario Marcel and central bank President Rosanna Costa.

February 29, 2024

SQM expands into lithium glut in bet that buyers will return

SQM, which is closely watched because it’s more exposed to spot prices than peers, sees stable prices in the short term and as is more positive after that.

February 29, 2024

Syrah Resources inks offtake deal with Posco Future M

Syrah will supply 2 kilotonnes of natural graphite per month in the year following commissioning.

February 29, 2024

Indonesia says its nickel supply will keep global prices low

Nickel prices plunged by around 45% last year, and dipped briefly below $16,000 a ton earlier this month.

February 29, 2024

Chinese outbound investment in EVs likely set new record in 2023

Chinese firms put $28.2 billion into EV-related industries last year.

February 29, 2024

India launches second part of critical minerals auction worth $362 billion

A total of 18 critical mineral blocks, including tungsten, vanadium, cobalt and nickel, will be auctioned in eight states across the country.