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Core Viewpoint - The recent surge in lithium carbonate futures prices is attributed to strong fundamental expectations and multiple positive market news, particularly the adjustment of export tax policies for battery products in China [2][3]. Group 1: Price Movement - On January 12, lithium carbonate futures opened with a limit increase, with the main contract LC2605 rising by 9% to 156,300 yuan/ton [1]. - The price increase reflects a strong performance compared to the non-ferrous sector, influenced by seasonal demand expectations and supply-side news [3]. Group 2: Export Tax Policy Impact - The Ministry of Finance and the State Taxation Administration announced a reduction in the VAT export rebate rate for battery products from 9% to 6% starting April 1, 2026, and the complete cancellation of the rebate from January 1, 2027 [2]. - Analysts suggest that this policy may lead to a short-term "export rush," supporting demand and mitigating concerns about seasonal demand weakness [2][4]. - The adjustment aims to guide the battery industry away from a purely scale expansion model and alleviate homogenization competition pressures [4]. Group 3: Supply and Demand Dynamics - Data from the China Automotive Power Battery Industry Innovation Alliance indicates that from January to November 2025, the cumulative export volume of power and other batteries reached 260.3 GWh, a year-on-year increase of 44.2% [2]. - Despite the potential for increased export demand, the overall impact on lithium carbonate supply and demand is expected to be limited, with a gradual accumulation of inventory observed [4][5]. - The market is currently in a phase of strong supply and demand dynamics, with ongoing competition between upstream and downstream players [4]. Group 4: Future Outlook - Analysts predict that the demand for lithium carbonate will remain strong until the cancellation of the export rebate in 2027, with potential for concentrated release of export demand [4]. - However, there are warnings about a significant decline in new energy battery demand at the beginning of 2026, which may lead to production adjustments by battery manufacturers [5]. - The market should closely monitor the actual progress of battery exports in the first quarter and the potential discrepancies between expectations and reality [5].