Lithium prices rose strongly in 2022 and started to decline in December 2022. The rise was not directly related to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, but rather to an undersupplied market with high demand.
Market Volatility: Fluctuations in supply and demand combined with the infancy of the lithium markets can lead to volatile prices, making it challenging for investors and producers to plan long-term strategies. The cyclical nature of commodity markets adds to the unpredictability, requiring robust risk management practices.
As of 2024, lithium prices have stabilized from their major plunge of 2022-2023. The current price is attributed to several factors: Increased Demand: The global shift towards electrification and decarbonization has accelerated the demand for lithium-ion batteries. EVs, energy storage systems, and consumer electronics continue to drive this demand.
With mining cost ranging from $3,000/ton to $9,000/ton (Figure 1), lithium price could fall to the $10,000/ton level by around 2025, where the exact timing will depend on the actual EV market growth trajectory. Unlike short-term prices, long-term material prices are primarily determined by available reserve and ore grades.
Nykvist and Nilsson reported that cost estimates for lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) for EV manufacturers declined by ∼14% annually between 2007 and 2014, from above $1000/kWh in 2007 to $400/kWh in 2014, with a learning rate of 6% to 9% cost reduction for each doubling of cumulative production .
Based on different mineral price growth scenarios ( Fig. S7 and Fig. S8 ), the model predicts that the global weighted averages of LIB pack prices for electric vehicles will range from $66.9/kWh to $88.5/kWh in 2030.
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