Mining metals and minerals, the battery supply chain and the energy transition rely on commodities, technologies and end use products extracted, sources or manufactured all over the world. Let’s discuss some of the challenges this creates.
For investors and the whole copper supply chain, there are a myriad of challenges ahead. Wood Mackenzie published an insightful report. Here are the most salient points: • Copper Demand Growth: WM estimates that demand for copper will grow by 75% to 56 million tonnes (Mt) by 2050, highlighting the crucial role of copper in … Continue reading Copper, China and the supply conundrum
The US proposed new regulations as part of the IRA to limit Chinese/Russian content for EVs. With China's leading role in raw materials and batteries, this could have a BIG impact. Here are some of the implications for anyone investing in lithium or EVs: Some stocks will benefit, and others will be shunned (will get … Continue reading US proposes changes to the IRA in move to exclude China (and Russia) from benefits
Australia released this week the much anticipated 'Critical Minerals Strategy 2023–2030'. If successful, this could make Australia a global superpower in the space and foster investment in mining, energy and tech. Here are your key points: The main goal is to produce more minerals (and we are blessed!) while embedding Australia in supply chains for: … Continue reading Australia Wants to Capture MORE Value from Its Mineral Production
Record-breaking. Well, almost. Last week the #lithium space woke up to $ALB Albemarle’s massive $3.7 billion bid for $LTR Liontown being rejected. Let's dissect: While it may not move the needle on a sector-wide scale, it would have been the largest lithium #acquisition on record, as per S&P Global’s data. But management decided the offer … Continue reading Albemarle wants more Australian lithium but the price tag will be hefty
Promising. Chile, the 2nd lithium producer globally, may be gearing up to simplify & incentivise lithium investment, according to news reports. This could shift the landscape for the sector. Let's dissect 🧵 Reports say a bidding scheme process is in the works. https://www.emol.com/noticias/Economia/2023/03/01/1088056/licitar-litio-oficialistas.html Additionally, the Undersecretary of Mining, @willykracht said this to El Mercurio (leading … Continue reading Is Chile moving to incentivise lithium investment?
I went to an event a couple of weeks ago - yeah, another one, I go to many!- and had a strange experience. I was talking to an acquaintance who was asking lots of questions about Argentina. I am always happy to respond, and I share as much as I can. But the way this … Continue reading Yes, I am bullish on Argentina… and not afraid to say it!
A little over a year ago, I wrote about why I thought it was time for investors to return to Argentina; I shared what was happening after Mauricio Macri took office and what was to be expected, in my opinion. Shortly after, I was also one of the experts interviewed by The Northern Miner, a … Continue reading Argentinean conundrum. Part 2: Yes, it is time to go back!
It’s been only 70 days since Mauricio Macri took office, Argentina’s 53rd president, and already the mining industry can celebrate pro-business policies being put forward boldly and without hesitation, as promised during his campaign. The currency controls were lifted swiftly –as I always said they would, but frankly I never thought it would take so … Continue reading The Argentinean conundrum: Is it time to go back?
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