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Has Lithium Pricing Transparency Finally Arrived? Fastmarkets' William Adams and Przemek Koralewski
In this episode, we welcome back William Adams and Przemek Koralewski from Fastmarkets to discuss recent developments in lithium markets, pricing dynamics, and emerging futures contracts on major exchanges. The conversation covers current supply-demand imbalances, factors influencing lithium price fluctuations, and potential inflection points investors may anticipate in the coming months and years.
Key topics include:
- Recent declines in lithium pricing and implications for producers and investors.
- Analysis of lithium futures markets and the role of contracts on ICE and CME.
- Discussion around marginal-cost producers and the economics of lithium supply.
- Insights into battery technology advancements, including sodium-ion, and their potential impacts on lithium demand.
- The influence of geopolitical tensions and the drive toward supply-chain localization.
This discussion aims to provide retail investors with a balanced perspective on the lithium market's outlook, highlighting both short-term market realities and longer-term strategic considerations.
CHAPTERS đź“–
(00:00) ICE Announces New Lithium Contracts
(03:35) Recent Lithium Price Trends
(04:32) Supply Surge & Deficit Outlook
(05:24) Market Analogies & Low-Grade Supply Potential
(07:31) Growth of Lithium Futures Markets
(09:29) Producer Margins & Potential Cutbacks
(11:59) Carbonate vs. Hydroxide Pricing Shift
(13:04) Emerging Battery Technologies Landscape
(14:29) Geopolitical Tensions & Supply Chain Localization
(17:23) Price Recovery Forecast & Hedging Strategies
(25:07) Physical's Impact on Futures Market
(28:03) Potential for Battery Cell Futures
(29:44) CIF China vs FOB Australia Contracts
(30:43) Closing Remarks
_________________________________________________
Links 🌍
RK Equity Website: https://rkequity.com/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/rockstockchannel
Podcast:
 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lithium-ion-rocks/id1457969172
 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0KiMIZOPaDg8ENfPJMSINq?si=a4ca356c45394648
X (Twitter):
 Howard: https://twitter.com/LithiumIonBull
 Rodney: https://twitter.com/RodneyHooper13
_________________________________________________
DISCLAIMER
NOT INVESTMENT ADVICE. DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH
Rodney and Howard are not financial advisors nor broker-dealers, this video is for information purposes only and should not be considered investment or financial advice. Please do your own independent research and read the disclaimer at the end of the video or on RK Equity’s website https://www.rkequity.com
Intro and outro audio credit: Jamie Klein
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In this episode, we welcome back William Adams and Przemek Koralewski from Fastmarkets to discuss recent developments in lithium markets, pricing dynamics, and emerging futures contracts on major exchanges. The conversation covers current supply-demand imbalances, factors influencing lithium price fluctuations, and potential inflection points investors may anticipate in the coming months and years.
Key topics include:
- Recent declines in lithium pricing and implications for producers and investors.
- Analysis of lithium futures markets and the role of contracts on ICE and CME.
- Discussion around marginal-cost producers and the economics of lithium supply.
- Insights into battery technology advancements, including sodium-ion, and their potential impacts on lithium demand.
- The influence of geopolitical tensions and the drive toward supply-chain localization.
This discussion aims to provide retail investors with a balanced perspective on the lithium market's outlook, highlighting both short-term market realities and longer-term strategic considerations.
CHAPTERS đź“–
(00:00) ICE Announces New Lithium Contracts
(03:35) Recent Lithium Price Trends
(04:32) Supply Surge & Deficit Outlook
(05:24) Market Analogies & Low-Grade Supply Potential
(07:31) Growth of Lithium Futures Markets
(09:29) Producer Margins & Potential Cutbacks
(11:59) Carbonate vs. Hydroxide Pricing Shift
(13:04) Emerging Battery Technologies Landscape
(14:29) Geopolitical Tensions & Supply Chain Localization
(17:23) Price Recovery Forecast & Hedging Strategies
(25:07) Physical's Impact on Futures Market
(28:03) Potential for Battery Cell Futures
(29:44) CIF China vs FOB Australia Contracts
(30:43) Closing Remarks
_________________________________________________
Links 🌍
RK Equity Website: https://rkequity.com/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/rockstockchannel
Podcast:
 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lithium-ion-rocks/id1457969172
 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0KiMIZOPaDg8ENfPJMSINq?si=a4ca356c45394648
X (Twitter):
 Howard: https://twitter.com/LithiumIonBull
 Rodney: https://twitter.com/RodneyHooper13
_________________________________________________
DISCLAIMER
NOT INVESTMENT ADVICE. DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH
Rodney and Howard are not financial advisors nor broker-dealers, this video is for information purposes only and should not be considered investment or financial advice. Please do your own independent research and read the disclaimer at the end of the video or on RK Equity’s website https://www.rkequity.com
Intro and outro audio credit: Jamie Klein
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