Are Lithium prices market-reflective?

Our lithium prices are market-reflective, assessing both the buy- and sell-side of transactions. You need transparency and clarity in these volatile markets and we recognize the importance of being clear about our lithium price assessment and index process. Our independently audited lithium pricing process aligns with core IOSCO principles.

Who provides the lithium commodity price?

We provide the lithium commodity price for the following: Fastmarkets’ mission is to meet the market’s data requirements honestly and independently, acting with integrity and care to ensure that the trust and confidence placed in the reliability of our pricing methodologies is maintained. Why use a price reporting agency?

Will the lithium market expand in the next decade?

The next decade is critical to the success of the lithium market with increasing and sustained demand coming from the global new energy markets. Growth in electric vehicles continues to drive lithium demand, but this rapid growth is testing the market’s ability to expand supply. Keep on top of lithium price volatility with our lithium price data.

What is a lithium futures contract?

The LME, CME and SGX have all launched or announced futures contracts that are cash settled against the Fastmarkets lithium indices. These allow market participants to lock in future prices, hedging as much or as little exposure as they wish.

How do you keep up with lithium price volatility?

Keep on top of lithium price volatility with our lithium price data. Current and future battery materials market participants need a clear and robust understanding of the factors at play to enable decision-making guided by their strategies and the evolution of the market.

Why are sodium ion batteries a better option than lithium-ion?

The rise of sodium-ion batteries as an option to lithium-ion batteries is mainly attributed to the availability and affordability of sodium as a raw material in their production process. Utilizing elements like iron and manganese has an impact on the cost structure due to their cost effectiveness and easy accessibility compared to lithium.