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Lithium Market Year-to-Date Review (Updated June 2023)
Following a 2021 that saw lithium rally to all-time highs, prices began to stabilize in 2022. Despite pulling back since then, the commodity remains at historically high levels and the future looks bright — demand for the battery metal is expected to soar in the coming decades, with questions about supply increasing every day. 2023 has now almost reached its mid point and the lithium market has already seen a slew of major announcements.
Electric Vehicle Market Update: H1 2023 in Review
The electric vehicle (EV) revolution has been top of mind for battery metals investors for quite some time now, as increasing EV sales mean more demand for essential elements such as lithium and cobalt. Despite a volatile 2022, the EV market remained in the spotlight, finishing the year strong as many had predicted. More than seven months in, 2023 is shaping up to be another strong year.
5 Top Weekly TSX Stocks: Argonaut Gold Up After Posting Q3 Results
The S&P/TSX Composite Index (INDEXTSI:OSPTX) opened lower on Friday (August 18) at 19,812.23. The index was on track for a weekly decline, hitting a 6 week low on the back of rising bond yields. The technology and financial sectors fell last week, while the energy sector was the bright spot. Looking over to commodities, gold dropped below the US$1,900 per ounce mark, to trade around the US$1,892 level on Friday. Meanwhile, silver was trading upward to end the week above US$22 per ounce.
American Future Fuel Receives Drilling Permit to Begin Drill Confirmation of Historical Inferred Uranium Resource of 18.98 Million Pounds at Cebolleta
Kamoa-Kakula sets a new weekly production record of 9,710 tonnes of copper New daily average milling record of approximately 30,000 tonnes achieved in July Ball mill installation at Phase 3 concentrator has commenced; construction well on track for Q4 2024 production Ivanhoe Mines to issue Q2 2023 financial results and host conference call for investors on August 3 Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo--(Newsfile Corp.
E-Tech Resources Grants Options
Effective at the opening, August 31, 2023 , the Share Purchase Warrants of the Company will trade for cash. The Warrants expire September 5, 2023, and will therefore be halted at Noon E.T. and delisted at the close of business September 5, 2023 .
Aurion Signs Definitive Option Agreement with Kinross on the Launi East Property
Aurion Resources Ltd. (TSXV: AU) (OTCQX: AIRRF) ("Aurion" or the "Company") announces that it has signed a formal definitive option agreement with Kinross Gold Corporation (TSX: K, NYSE: KGC); ("Kinross") granting Kinross the right to earn up to an undivided 70% interest in the 42.74 km 2 Launi East Property, which is located to the southeast and adjacent to the Company's 100%-owned Risti Property.
Portofino Submits Final Proposals Regarding Arizaro Lithium Concessions-Salta, Argentina
Portofino Resources INC. (TSXV: POR) (OTCQB: PFFOF) (FSE: POTA) ("Portofino" or the "Company") announces that it has submitted detailed proposals through a public tender process in Salta, Argentina, for two contiguous lithium concessions, sub-areas III and IV, within the highly coveted, Arizaro Salar (see Figure 1).
Newmont Receives Clearance from Australia's Competition Regulator to Acquire Newcrest
Newmont Corporation (NYSE: NEM, TSX: NGT) today announced that following a review by the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC), the agency has cleared the Company to proceed with its proposed acquisition of Newcrest Mining Limited (ASX, TSX, PNGX: NCM). The ACCC is expected to convey its clearance of the transaction to Australia's Foreign Investment Review Board for consideration.
NV Gold Corporation Reports Positive Drill Results from Triple T Gold Project
SW Pipe Exploration Target Project Metric million Tonnage Range Au ppm Range Au Oz Range SW Pipe Near Surface Oxide Gold 5-6 0.25-0.41 35k - 70k Exploration Target Summary: NV Gold's SW Pipe project is about 6 km (3.7 miles) southwest of the Pipeline/Gold Acres/Robertson Battle Mountain-Cortez Trend complex. The SW Pipe project has near surface oxide gold mineralization hosted in sandstone, chert, shaly siltstone, greenstone, and slate rock types.
Nano One Successfully Completes Second SDTC Project Receives Final Contribution of $803,000
TSX:NANO)(OTC PINK:NNOMF)(Frankfurt:LBMB Highlights: nano one successfully completes its second SDTC funded project. Initiated in May 2019, a final contribution of $803K was recently awarded, totalling $8.25M. Proceeds were focused on scaling nano one's One-Pot process technology and team, for the production of LFP and NMC materials.
Siren’s Global Resource Increases to >1.3 Moz AuEq
The revised terms will see Impact retaining a 49% interest in the project following a proposed IPO of Burrendong. In addition, Burrendong recently acquired the right to acquire the Galwadgere copper- gold project, located 7 kilometres along trend from the Commonwealth deposit, from Sky Metals Limited (Figure 1 and ASX:SKY Release 14th July 2023). Galwadgere contains an Inferred Resource of 3.6Mt at 0.82% copper and 0.27g/t gold at a cut-off grade of 0.5% copper (ASX:SKY Release July 7th 2021).
5 Top Weekly TSX Stocks: Argonaut Gold Up After Posting Q3 Results
5 Top Weekly TSX Stocks: Argonaut Gold Up After Posting Q3 Results The S&P/TSX Composite Index (INDEXTSI:OSPTX) opened lower on Friday (August 18) at 19,812.23. The index was on track for a weekly decline, hitting a 6 week low on the back of rising bond yields. The technology and financial sectors fell last week, while the energy sector was the bright spot. Looking over to commodities, gold dropped below the US$1,900 per ounce mark, to trade around the US$1,892 level on Friday.
5 Top Weekly TSX Stocks: Eastern Platinum Rises 20 Percent
The S&P/TSX Composite Index (INDEXTSI:OSPTX) opened up last Friday (August 11) at 20,342.88. The index was on track to end the week on a positive note, rising 1.18 percent during the five day trading week. Lower-than-expected US inflation numbers supported investors’ expectations that the Federal Reserve could end its rate hikes soon.
Construction Of Vanadium Electrolyte Manufacturing Facility Underway
Vanadium doesn't get quite as much attention as other critical and battery metals, but it should. Resistant to breakdown from both acid and salt, it adds considerable strength, heat resistance and toughness to steel when alloyed. Unsurprisingly, these characteristics have made vanadium a critical mineral for defense applications, particularly as vanadium need only be present in small amounts to impart its benefits.
5 Top Weekly TSX Stocks: Eastern Platinum Rises 20 Percent
5 Top Weekly TSX Stocks: Eastern Platinum Rises 20 Percent The S&P/TSX Composite Index (INDEXTSI:OSPTX) opened up on Friday (August 11) at 20,342.88. The index was on track to end the week on a positive note, rising 1.18 percent during the five-day trading week. Lower than expected inflation numbers in the US supported investors’ expectations that the US Federal Reserve could end its rate hikes in the near term.
5 Top Weekly TSX Stocks: Condor Energies Up After Receiving Lithium Mining License
The S&P/TSX Composite Index (INDEXTSI:OSPTX) opened down last Friday (August 4) at 20,120.74. The index was on track for another weekly loss, hitting a three week low as bond yields rose. The summer is also a volatile season for stocks, and the technology and utilities sectors saw some pressure last week. Looking over to commodities, gold fell to US$1,930 per ounce, with silver following suit and declining to US$23 per ounce.
Nano One Provides Quarterly Progress Update and Reports Q2 2023 Results
Greenlane Renewables Inc. (" Greenlane ") (TSX: GRN) (FSE: 52G) intends to announce its 2023 second quarter financial results on Monday, August 14, 2023 after markets close, followed by a conference call at 5:00 PM ET ( 2:00 PM PT ). Representing management will be Brad Douville Chief Executive Officer, and Stephanie Mason Director of Finance. Monty Balderston Chief Financial Officer, will be unavailable due to medical reasons.
Top Weekly TSX Stocks: Verde Agritech Up 28 Percent on Carbon Credit News
The S&P/TSX Composite Index (INDEXTSI:OSPTX) closed down last Friday (July 28) at 20,520.71. The index's biggest decline came on Thursday (July 27), when it sank as low as 20,387.89. On Wednesday (July 26), the US Federal Reserve increased interest rates by a quarter point, sending them to their highest level in 22 years. Gold rose above US$1,970 per ounce following the news, but was hovering around US$1,955 by the time markets closed on Friday.
Portofino Announces Closing of $538,000 Financing
Portofino Resources INC. (TSXV: POR) (OTCQB: PFFOF) (FSE: POTA) ("Portofino" or the "Company") announces that it has closed its non-brokered private placement financing in the amount of $538,000 priced at $0.04 per Unit. The Company is issuing 13,450,000 Units with each Unit consisting of one common share and one share purchase warrant. Each Warrant has a term of 36 months commencing on the Closing Date and entitles the holder to purchase one common share at a price of $0.06.
Is Now a Good Time to Buy Lithium Stocks?
After hitting all-time highs in 2022, lithium prices took a downward turn in November, falling through May, when prices started to rebound. Although they have since begun retreating again, many investors are wondering if now is still a good time to buy lithium stocks. Demand for lithium is expected to increase in coming years, with expectations that electric vehicle sales will continue to beat forecasts to the upside in key markets.
5 Top Weekly TSX Stocks: Verde Agritech Up 28 Percent on Carbon Credit News
5 Top Weekly TSX Stocks: Verde Agritech Up 28 Percent on Carbon Credit News The S&P/TSX Composite Index (INDEXTSI:OSPTX) closed down last Friday (July 28) at 20,520.71. The index’s biggest decline came on Thursday (July 27), when it sank as low as 20,387.89. On Wednesday (July 26), the US Federal Reserve increased interest rates by a quarter point, sending them to their highest level in 22 years.
5 Top Weekly TSX Stocks: Freegold Ventures Rises on Positive Drill Results
The S&P/TSX Composite Index (INDEXTSI:OSPTX) opened up last Friday (July 21) at 20,436.87. The index was on track for a weekly gain after hitting a two month high earlier in the week, spurred on by investors' growing optimism about the outlook for the economy. Gold jumped up to US$1,986 per ounce last week, but was hovering around US$1,962 on Friday. Meanwhile, silver fell sharply was set to end the five day trading period at US$24.76 per ounce.
Horizon Power To Purchase VFB For Long Duration Energy Storage Pilot
Australian Vanadium Limited (ASX: AVL, “the Company” or “AVL”) is pleased to announce that its 100% owned subsidiary VSUN Energy Pty Ltd has signed an agreement with Western Australia’s regional energy provider, Horizon Power, for the purchase, installation and commissioning of a VFB in Kununurra, Western Australia.
Quarterly Activities/Appendix 5B Cash Flow Report
Australian Vanadium Limited (ASX: AVL, “the Company” or “AVL”) is pleased to present its Quarterly Report and Cash Flow Report. HIGHLIGHTS Australian Vanadium Project The Company continues to progress activities to develop the Australian Vanadium Project which is located approximately 43 km south of Meekatharra in Western Australia.
The Positive Impact of Responsible Mining at Barrick
All amounts expressed in US dollars Barrick Gold Corporation (NYSE:GOLD)(TSX:ABX) Effective and equitable socio-economic development worldwide would not be possible without the transformative contribution of responsible mining, Barrick president and chief executive Mark Bristow said today.
5 Top Weekly TSX Stocks: Freegold Ventures Rises on Positive Drill Results
5 Top Weekly TSX Stocks: Freegold Ventures Rises on Positive Drill Results The S&P/TSX Composite Index (INDEXTSI:OSPTX) opened up last Friday (July 21) at 20,436.87. The index was on track for a weekly gain after hitting a two month high earlier in the week, spurred on by investors’ growing optimism about the outlook for the economy. Gold jumped up to US$1,986 per ounce last week, but was hovering around US$1,962 on Friday.
5 Top Weekly TSX Stocks: St. Augustine Gold and Copper Rises More Than 30 Percent
The S&P/TSX Composite Index (INDEXTSI:OSPTX) opened flat last Friday (July 14) at 20,277.64. The index was on track for a weekly gain of more than 2 percent, climbing to a two month high on the back of gains in the technology and financial sectors. In the resource space, gold rose above the US$1,960 per ounce level during the week, while sister metal silver was hovering around the US$25 per ounce mark to finish out the period.
MAX Power More Than Doubles Lithium Footprint in Nunavik’s Raglan District, Northern Quebec
MAX Power Mining Corp. (CSE: MAXX; OTC: MAXXF; FSE: 89N) (“MAX Power” or the “Company”) has become a leading landowner in the emerging Raglan Lithium District, Northern Quebec, with the acquisition of 802 claims or 336 sq. km at Raglan South beginning approximately 10 km south of KoBold Metals’ large battery metals project. Combined with its holdings at Raglan West (refer to July 11, 2023 news release), MAX Power now has 100% ownership of 558 sq. km in the broader Raglan district.
First Production Achieved at Olaroz Stage 2
Allkem Limited (ASX|TSX: AKE, " Allkem " or the " Company ") is pleased to advise that Stage 2 of the Olaroz Lithium Facility has successfully achieved first production, with wet lithium carbonate cake produced at the filter presses. The Olaroz Stage 2 development has a nameplate capacity of 25,000 tonnes per year (" tpa ") of technical grade lithium carbonate.
Vanadium Market Update: H1 2023 in Review
Demand for vanadium was projected to continue growing at the end of 2022, with the battery segment receiving special attention from investors amid the world's ongoing transition away from fossil fuels and toward green energy. Most vanadium output is used in China for steel applications, particularly the high-strength, low-alloy steel used to make construction rebar. But vanadium’s use in energy storage is boosting interest in this battery metal.
5 Top Weekly TSX Stocks: PolyMet Soars After Glencore's US$71 Million Offer
The S&P/TSX Composite Index (INDEXTSI:OSPTX) opened down last Friday (July 7) at 19,810.69. The index posted its biggest drop since March on the back of interest rate hike worries. On the last day of the trading week, investors were awaiting US jobs data, which could hint at the next move from the Federal Reserve. Looking over at commodities, gold was trading at around US$1,919 per ounce on Friday, with sister metal silver hovering around the US$22.70 per ounce mark.
Upgraded JORC Resource - Laguna Verde Li Project
CleanTech Lithium PLC (AIM:CTL, Frankfurt:T2N, OTCQX:CTLHF), an exploration and development company advancing sustainable lithium projects in Chile for the EV transition, announces an upgraded JORC resource estimate of 1.8 million tonnes of lithium carbonate equivalent ("LCE") at a grade of 200mg/L lithium at the Laguna Verde project.
5 Top Weekly TSX Stocks: St. Augustine Gold and Copper Rises More Than 30 Percent
The S&P/TSX Composite Index (INDEXTSI:OSPTX) opened flat last Friday (July 14) at 20,277.64. The index was on track for a weekly gain of more than 2 percent, climbing to a two month high on the back of gains in the technology and financial sectors. In the resource sector, gold rose above the US$1,960 per ounce level during the week, while sister metal silver was hovering around the US$25 per ounce mark to finish out the period.
Trilogy Metals Reports Second Quarter Fiscal 2023 Financial Results
Trilogy Metals Inc. (TSX: TMQ) (NYSE: TMQ) ("Trilogy", "Trilogy Metals" or "the Company") announces its financial results for the second quarter ended May 31, 2023 . Details of the Company's financial results are contained in the interim unaudited consolidated financial statements and Management's Discussion and Analysis which will be available on the Company's website at www.trilogymetals.com on SEDAR at www.sedar.com and on EDGAR at www.sec.gov .
Fastmarkets' William Adams: Lithium Demand to Pick Up, But More Supply Also Expected
Strong demand from the electric vehicle and energy storage sectors is expected to see the need for key battery metals such as lithium increase in the coming decade. At this year’s Fastmarkets Supply and Battery Raw Materials conference, the Investing News Network sat down with William Adams of Fastmarkets to get his insight on what’s been happening in the lithium sector. “We've seen lithium prices rebound off the lows we saw in April,” Adams said.
Fastmarkets' William Adams: Lithium Demand to Pick Up, But More Supply Also Expected
Lithium demand is seen increasing in the coming decade on rising usage from the electric vehicle and energy storage sectors. At this year’s Lithium Supply and Battery Raw Materials conference, the Investing News Network sat down with William Adams of Fastmarkets to get his insight on what’s been happening in the lithium sector. “We've seen lithium prices rebound off the lows we saw in April,” he said.
Nickel Price Update: Q2 2023 in Review
Prices declined more than 30 percent in the first six months of the year, and uncertainty and volatility are expected to continue in the nickel market in coming months. Increasing supply from Indonesia and a slower than forecast demand rebound from China have hit the market in recent months — a market that is still recovering from last year’s London Metal Exchange meltdown. What happened in the second quarter of this year in the nickel space?
Joe Lowry: Lithium Pricing Narrative, Investing in Lithium Stocks and Outlook
This year’s Lithium Supply and Battery Raw Materials conference, hosted by Fastmarkets, gathered analysts, experts and investors from across the supply chain, with record attendance of more than 1,000 participants gathering in Las Vegas. At the show, the Investing News Network had the chance to sit down with lithium expert Joe Lowry of Global Lithium. When asked about how lithium prices have performed so far this year, Lowry said he takes a longer-term approach.
SAGE POTASH CORP. ANNOUNCES NON BROKERED PRIVATE PLACEMENT
Sage Potash CORP. (TSXV: SAGE) (OTCQB: SGPTF) ("Sage Potash" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it has been approved and commenced trading of its common shares on the OTCQB® Venture Market ("OTCQB"), beginning today under the ticker symbol " SGPTF ". Additionally, the Company is pleased to announce that its common shares (the "Shares") are now eligible to be electronically cleared and settled in the United States through the Depository Trust Company ("DTC").
Livent Announces Date for Second Quarter 2023 Earnings Release and Webcast Conference Call
In 2020, E3 Metals is also planning to conduct well testing, which will include brine sampling reservoir pressure testing. Our testing activities will focus on improving the reservoir model, collecting information about lithium concentrations outside of oil and gas accumulations and updating the brine delivery plan in E3’s resource area.
Verde Agritech Takes the Lead
The S&P/TSX Composite Index (INDEXTSI:OSPTX) opened higher last Friday (June 30) at 20,095.58. The index trended upward last week and was on track for a weekly gain of more than 2 percent. The technology and banking sectors had positive momentum during the five day period, while in the commodities space the gold price was back in the US$1,900 per ounce range on Friday; its sister metal silver was hovering around US$22.70 per ounce.
Rodney Hooper: Lithium Prices, New Supply and Lessons Learned
Lithium has seen ups and downs lately. After hitting historic highs in 2022, prices for the commodity fell from last November to April. Now the battery metal is on the rebound again, continuing a rally that began at the start of Q2. Speaking with the Investing News Network at Fastmarkets' latest Lithium Supply and Battery Raw Materials conference, Rodney Hooper of RK Equity said last year there was a greater deficit than expected as downstream players stocked up.
Galan Poised for AU$124M Annual Average EBITDA for 40 Years from its Hombre Muerto Lithium Project
Oceana Lithium Limited (ASX:OCN)(Oceana or the Company) is pleased to announce that it has entered an exclusive six-month option agreement (Option) to acquire 100% of 207 mineral claims covering an area of 104.4km2 in the James Bay lithium province in central Québec, Canada (see Figures 1 and 2).
Financing Lithium Projects Today Key for Energy Transition
Moving to greener sources of energy means more demand for batteries to power electric vehicles and energy storage systems — which in turn need key metals such as lithium. However, lithium junior miners need investments to move their projects forward and bring new supply online, as any delays could significantly impact how fast the energy transition materializes and could delay countries around the world reaching their net zero goals.
Century Lithium Grants Incentive Stock Options
Century Lithium Corp. (TSXV: LCE) (OTCQX: CYDVF) (Frankfurt: C1Z) ("Century Lithium" or "the Company") announces that the Company has granted 450,000 incentive stock options (the "Options") to an officer and a consultant of the Company. The Options vest over a three (3) year term, are exercisable at $0.94 per share, being the five-day volume weighted average price from the date of grant, and are valid for a five-year period.
Strong Lithium Demand Ahead - Will Supply Keep Pace?
Lithium miners are facing pressure to keep up with growing demand from the electric vehicle and energy storage sectors. Bringing new lithium supply online is not an easy task, and time and time again projects have faced challenges and delays. “The positive surprises in the last five years have all been on the demand side,” Joe Lowry of Global Lithium said during a panel discussion at the recent Lithium Supply and Battery Raw Materials conference, hosted in Las Vegas, US, by Fastmarkets.
Klimat X: Embracing the Carbon Credit Economy to Address Climate Change
K limat X Developments Inc.
Lithium Producers Optimistic About US Inflation Reduction Act, but Supply Challenges Remain
Building regionalized supply chains that are less dependent on a single country has become a top priority for nations around the world, and places like the US are taking steps to become more self-sufficient. Last year, US President Joe Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) into law, requiring critical minerals used in electric vehicles to come from domestic sources or countries with free trade agreements in order to qualify for tax benefits.
GMV Minerals: Leveraging a Potentially Rich Lithium Asset in Nevada
Forrestania Resources Limited (ASX:FRS) (Forrestania or the Company) is pleased to announce that it has completed its maiden drilling programme at the Calypso target where multiple thick (up to ~63m) pegmatites have been intercepted. The company drilled 14 RC holes at the prospect for 1,968m to define the extents of and investigate whether pegmatites identified from mapping and historic drilling2 host lithium mineralisation.
5 Themes from Fastmarkets' 2023 Lithium Supply and Battery Raw Materials Event
Lithium demand is set to grow this decade as the need for batteries to power electric vehicles and energy storage systems increases. Investors' interest in the battery metal is also picking up pace, which was apparent at Fastmarkets’ Lithium Supply and Battery Raw Materials conference.
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