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The price of LCO increased this week

iconAug 7, 2025 17:28
Source:SMM

The mainstream quotation for 4.4V LCO is approximately 220,800 yuan/mt. Cost side, the prices of Co3O4 and battery-grade lithium carbonate have steadily increased. Supported by these rising costs, the price of LCO has risen recently. On the supply side, cathode plants continue to adhere to a sales-based production strategy, with relatively sufficient inventory of raw materials and products. On the demand side, growth has been observed, driven by the end-use market. Overall, under the upward pressure of Co3O4 and lithium carbonate prices, LCO may experience a more significant cost-driven price increase in the future.


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