LCO prices continue to decline slightly due to the impact of raw materials

Published: May 22, 2025 17:51

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[LCO prices continue to decline slightly due to the impact of raw materials] The LCO market was under pressure this week, with mainstream quotations for 4.2V/4.4V/4.5V products pulling back to 217,000 yuan/mt, 221,000 yuan/mt, and 232,000 yuan/mt, respectively...

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The LCO market was under pressure this week, with mainstream quotations for 4.2V/4.4V/4.5V products pulling back to 217,000 yuan/mt, 221,000 yuan/mt, and 232,000 yuan/mt, respectively. The price adjustments were mainly driven by dual pressures from the raw material side: battery-grade lithium carbonate continued its downward trend, while Co3O4 experienced a slight price easing due to weak procurement sentiment. On the supply side, top-tier enterprises maintained high production levels through capacity releases. On the demand side, the preparation of "618" sales promotions by terminal producers drove a temporary increase in procurement demand from battery cell manufacturers. It is worth noting that the uncertainty in cobalt raw material supply caused by changes in the DRC's mining policies continues to affect the shipping strategies of LCO cathode producers, with the market remaining cautious in shipping.

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