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January 10, 2025

Ron Finklestien

mining

“Analysis: Declining Prices of Lithium, Nickel, and Cobalt Signifies Challenges for EV Battery Metals Market”

Global Electric Vehicle Battery Capacity Reaches New Heights Amid Market Shifts From January to October, the world saw a total of 674.6 GWh of new battery power, according to Toronto’s Adamas Intelligence, a firm specializing in EV supply chain research. Increasing Popularity of Hybrid Vehicles The surge in electric vehicle (EV) adoption coincides with a growing preference for hybrid vehicles, which typically contain smaller batteries. This trend reflects a noticeable shift in consumer choice. This year, plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) have seen a staggering 71% increase in battery capacity compared to a modest 17% growth for fully electric cars. The

March 29, 2024

Ron Finklestien

mining

The Rise of Copper: A Bullish Forecast Sparks $10,000 Predictions

Concentrating minds on the copper market A decade low in spot treatment charges and refining costs has jolted the copper market into a frenzy, with evidence of heightened competition between Chinese and Indian refiners for raw materials. The remarkable plunge from 2023’s high treatment and refining charges to current levels has sent shockwaves throughout the industry, signaling a pivotal shift in dynamics that could reshape the global copper landscape. As China and India vie for dominance in the copper sector, the unveiling of Adani’s monumental Kutch Copper smelter adds yet another layer of complexity to the unfolding narrative. The looming