lithium

Chilean lithium giant SQM partners with Andrada Mining to develop Namibia’s Lithium Ridge asset, boosting the country’s lithium development

German chemical giant BASF abandons plans to invest in lithium mining in Chile, citing a slowdown in electric vehicle sales and a decline in battery metal prices. BASF is now focusing on battery recycling in Europe to secure raw materials.

Chinese lithium mining giant Ganfeng sues the Mexican government over the cancellation of a major lithium project. The lawsuit challenges Mexico’s nationalization of lithium and raises concerns about the future of foreign investment in the country’s mining sector.

: Nigeria intensifies crackdown on illegal mining of critical minerals like lithium and tin, making arrests and highlighting the need for sustainable and regulated mining practices.

Saudi Arabia, the world’s top oil exporter, is shifting gears and looking to secure lithium, a key battery metal, to fuel its electric vehicle ambitions. The kingdom is exploring domestic production and international investments to meet its EV goals.

Mexico’s mining industry, once a magnet for Canadian investment, is facing a period of uncertainty. A controversial overhaul of mining laws implemented…

The trading of lithium hydroxide futures contracts on the CME Group exchange is experiencing a surge in activity, despite a recent slump…

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has expressed strong support for Argentina’s new president Javier Milei, who is implementing a radical plan…

Zimbabwe’s largest lithium producer, Premier African Minerals, announced on Wednesday that it had secured a $3.15 million funding round to resume operations…

Lithium, a key component of batteries for electric vehicles and renewable energy, has seen a volatile price trend in the past few…