Lithium carbonate prices dropped this week due to mounting arrivals at ports and increased lepidolite supply, as lithium mines in China resumed operations. Amid a boost in supply, downstream procurement remained cautious due to falling spot prices. Lithium ore costs are expected to fall, leading to a drop in lithium carbonate production costs. A potential restriction of LFP production by July’s end could further reduce spot prices amid weakened demand. Yet, the listing of futures brought uncertainty to spot market, leaving all players cautious.

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