October 14, 2026
4 developments
Zimbabwe's lithium earnings reach $2.16 billion
Nine-month sales were nearly four times the whole of 2025 on higher spodumene prices.
Non-Chinese investors widen
India's LOHUM shipped its first ore, Hong Kong capital signed an MoU and Karo Platinum secured a 25-year lease.
Beneficiation strategy validated
Lithium sulphate exports from Huayou's Arcadia plant contributed $190 million.
Chinese incumbents hold about $2 billion
Investment since 2021 gives them a first-mover advantage over new entrants.