[SMM Analysis] LCO: Fluctuations in Upstream Raw Material Lithium Carbonate Drove Slight Adjustments

Published: Apr 2, 2026 17:03

This week, LCO market prices remained broadly stable overall. Affected by slight fluctuations in lithium carbonate prices, LCO prices also saw some corresponding adjustments, but the overall range remained limited. Demand side, the impact of chip shortages on the consumer electronics market exceeded previous market expectations. In addition, battery cell manufacturers currently had relatively ample raw material inventory, and their willingness to proactively restock remained weak in the short term, with no clear recovery in procurement pace. At present, market participants generally maintained a wait-and-see stance, and transactions were mainly driven by rigid-demand orders executed according to established plans. In the short term, LCO prices are expected to remain stable overall, and attention should be paid to changes in orders and procurement plans at various companies.

Wang Cong 021-51,666,838

Ma Rui 021-51,595,780

Feng Disheng 021-51,666,714

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Zhou Zhicheng 021-51,666,711

Zhang Haohan 021-51,666,752

Wang Zihan 021-51,666,914

Wang Jie 021-51,595,902

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