[SMM Analysis] Spot Lithium Carbonate Prices Rose with Volatility on April 30
Today, SMM battery-grade spot lithium carbonate price fluctuated upward compared to the previous working day. Futures side, the lithium carbonate 2609 contract opened at 184,000 yuan/mt today, briefly dipped to 182,500 yuan/mt after opening, then rebounded and stabilized above the average price line. Around midday, bulls increased open interest and pushed prices to accelerate upward. In the afternoon, prices fluctuated at highs with an upward bias, and further surged to 189,500 yuan/mt near the close, ultimately settling at 189,100 yuan/mt, up 5.07%, with open interest increasing by 10,683 contracts.