Jin Rong Jie·2026-02-25 07:56Group 1 - The Hong Kong lithium battery sector has seen a short-term rise, with leading companies such as Zhengli New Energy, Tianqi Lithium, Ganfeng Lithium, and CATL experiencing significant gains due to sustained downstream demand and strong performance in lithium carbonate futures [1] - The export tax rebate policy for lithium batteries will be adjusted starting April 1, 2026, leading to a notable "export rush" effect in the first quarter, with concentrated release of stage-specific replenishment demand [3] - Carbonate lithium futures surged after the Spring Festival, with the main contract on the Guangzheng Futures Exchange breaking through 170,000 yuan per ton, indicating a significant return of speculative funds post-holiday [3] Group 2 - According to a report from Guojin Securities, the upcoming domestic energy storage capacity subsidy policy and new energy vehicle replacement policies are expected to drive a new upward cycle in lithium carbonate prices, benefiting the overall inflation in the industry chain [3] - The pre-production data reflects high industry prosperity, with cumulative year-on-year growth in battery, positive electrode, negative electrode, separator, and electrolyte pre-production in February 2026 ranging from 35% to 60% [3] - UBS has released reports during the Spring Festival, significantly raising price forecasts for spodumene and lithium carbonate, indicating that the global lithium market has entered a third super cycle, driven by the balance of electric vehicle demand and explosive growth in energy storage needs [4]