华联控股 20251228 摘要 2024 年底反内卷措施及宜春云母矿、宁德矿山供给侧扰动，使碳酸锂 市场情绪转向乐观，但当前乐观情绪主要由资本逼仓推动，依赖于产业 套保和春节前低库存窗口期。 碳酸锂价格已探明 6.5-7 万元/吨的底部，预计未来高品位矿石减少将推 高成本曲线，中资企业低成本矿山投产将加剧竞争，但需求增长预期下， 价格将在合理区间波动。 2025 年全球碳酸锂市场由预计过剩转为短缺 2 万吨，主要因下游需求 超预期增长和供给侧扰动，预计 2026 年储能、动力电池及传统电子行 业将保持增长。 预计 2026 年全球碳酸锂供应量将大幅增加至 210 万吨，但若宁德时代 复产推迟，供应可能维持在 210 万吨左右，市场或将处于紧平衡或小幅 过剩状态。 碳酸锂价格自 2025 年 8 月触底后进入上行周期，但受季节性供给扰动 影响波动较大，明年价格均价的不确定性将影响行业盈利预测和估值。 Q&A 从中长期来看，目前碳酸锂价格已经找到了底部，即 65,000 至 70,000 元之 间，再跌破这一底部几乎不可能。未来几年，由于高品位矿石不可持续使用， 我们预计成本曲线将逐步上移。此外，中资企业控股和 ...

Core Viewpoint - The lithium battery market is experiencing a bullish trend, with significant price increases in lithium carbonate futures and spot prices, indicating strong demand and limited supply [2]. Group 1: Market Trends - As of December 19, the price of domestic battery-grade lithium carbonate reached 101,500 yuan per ton, an increase of 300 yuan from the previous day, with overall market inventory dropping below 110,000 tons [2]. - Market sentiment is influenced by expectations of reduced lithium battery production in January, with some leading companies projected to cut production by 5 GWh, potentially decreasing lithium carbonate demand by approximately 3,000 tons per month [5]. - The environmental assessment for the Jiangxiawo lithium mine has been publicly released, suggesting that, in the best-case scenario, production resumption will be delayed until the second quarter, impacting lithium carbonate supply by 7,000 to 8,000 tons per month [5]. Group 2: Future Reports and Events - The company is offering pre-sales for various market research reports covering lithium carbonate and other related materials from 2025 to 2029, indicating a focus on long-term market trends and competitive strategies [8]. - A conference organized by the company is scheduled for March 19-20, 2026, in Changzhou, Jiangsu, which may provide further insights into industry developments [7].

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Core Viewpoint - The lithium carbonate market is experiencing a significant transformation in 2025, with a notable recovery in prices and production driven by strong demand from the energy storage sector and adjustments in mining rights and environmental regulations [2][10][14]. Group 1: Lithium Carbonate Price Trends - In 2025, the domestic lithium carbonate market showed a trend of initial decline followed by recovery, with prices dropping below 60,000 yuan, marking a 22% decrease in the first half of the year [2]. - The second half of 2025 saw a surge in orders from the energy storage sector, leading to a rebound in lithium carbonate prices, with market inventory decreasing from approximately 55 days to around 27 days by year-end [2]. - Market volatility increased due to ongoing supply-demand dynamics, with rumors about mining resumption affecting price fluctuations throughout the fourth quarter [2]. Group 2: Production Growth of Lithium Salt Enterprises - In response to mining rights adjustments, several lithium salt companies in Jiangxi shifted production lines from lithium mica to spodumene, while others converted some hydroxide lithium capacity to carbonate to meet the rising demand for lithium iron phosphate [4]. - According to ICC Xinluo Lithium Battery Database, domestic lithium carbonate production reached 926,000 tons in 2025, a year-on-year increase of approximately 34%, with spodumene, salt lake, and lithium mica production growing by 43%, 30%, and 17% respectively [5]. Group 3: Future Market Outlook for 2026 - The market anticipates a consistent increase in lithium resource demand, estimated around 2 million tons (LCE equivalent) for 2026, while supply projections remain varied due to ongoing capacity releases [7]. - The global lithium resource capacity is expected to reach 2.55-2.6 million tons (LCE equivalent) in 2026, with an actual supply forecast of approximately 2.17 million tons, resulting in a supply-demand ratio of 108% [10]. - The average price of domestic lithium carbonate is projected to rise to a range of 85,000 to 125,000 yuan, with an expected average of 95,000 to 100,000 yuan, reflecting an increase of about 20,000 yuan compared to 2025 [10]. Group 4: Supply Chain Challenges - Domestic mining rights issues in Jiangxi and Qinghai remain unresolved, potentially limiting lithium mica production contributions in 2026 [9]. - Political instability in several African countries may impact lithium ore exports, with specific risks noted in Nigeria, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and other regions [9][11]. - The overall market is expected to face constraints on price increases due to the sensitivity of the energy storage sector to cost changes and the potential for competition from sodium batteries and recycled materials [13][16].

Core Viewpoint - The lithium carbonate futures prices have surged strongly, with multiple contracts hitting the daily limit up, driven by both fundamental and news factors [2][4]. Price Movement - Lithium carbonate futures prices for various contracts have shown significant increases, with the main contract (c2601) reaching 95,200, reflecting a rise of 9.00% [3][4]. - The weighted average price of lithium carbonate is reported at 95,363, with a rise of 9.00% [4]. Market Sentiment - Analysts indicate that the current market sentiment is positive, contributing to the rise in lithium carbonate futures prices [5]. - The overall price trend for lithium carbonate is upward, with optimistic demand expectations for 2025 and 2026 [6]. Demand and Supply Dynamics - The demand for lithium carbonate is expected to remain strong, particularly in the electric vehicle sector, with projections indicating a penetration rate of around 60% for new energy vehicles by the end of the year [6]. - The supply side is also showing strength, with domestic lithium carbonate production increasing by 5.7% month-on-month in October, reaching 92,300 tons [6]. Inventory Levels - As of November 14, the weekly inventory of lithium carbonate was reported at 120,500 tons, a decrease of 3,481 tons from the previous week [8]. Future Outlook - Analysts expect strong demand for lithium carbonate to continue into late November and December, with a focus on the first quarter of the next year [7]. - Despite the strong market conditions, there are concerns about potential seasonal demand weakness and the need for careful monitoring of supply releases [8].

Report Information - Report Title: Carbonate Lithium Weekly Report [2] - Report Date: November 10, 2025 [3] - Researcher: Wang Guodong [1] Investment Rating - No investment rating information is provided in the report. Core Viewpoints - The supply side is affected by the shutdown of Ningde Jianxiawo Mine for 3 months and the mine - right transfer re - review notices in Yichun and Qinghai. Although the domestic carbonate lithium production in October increased by 10% month - on - month and the imported lithium concentrate in September was 711,000 tons, a 14.7% month - on - month increase, the import of carbonate lithium in September decreased by 10.3% month - on - month. The cost of some manufacturers using imported lithium ore is upside - down, while self - owned ore and salt - lake enterprises have some profit support [5][6]. - The demand side is strong. In October, the overall production schedule increased month - on - month. In September, the production of large battery cell factories increased by 8% month - on - month. The production, export, and sales of power and other batteries all showed significant growth. The new energy vehicle market is expected to continue to grow rapidly due to policies. The inventory of carbonate lithium is in a destocking state this week [6]. - The domestic supply and demand of carbonate lithium remain in a tight balance. It is expected that the subsequent import of lithium salts from South America will supplement the supply. With the strong demand in the energy storage terminal, the production of ore - extracted lithium continues to increase, and the cost center shifts upward. The proportion of long - term contracts and customer - supplied products for battery factories increases, and inventory is transferred downstream. The price of carbonate lithium is expected to be supported. It is recommended to build positions at low prices and pay attention to the progress of Yichun mine certificates and the resumption of production of Ningde Jianxiawo Lithium Mine [6]. Summary by Directory 1. Weekly Views Supply - Last week, the weekly output of carbonate lithium increased by 145 tons to 23,465 tons, and the production in October increased by 10% month - on - month to 105,040 tons. Ningde Jianxiawo Mine is shut down for 3 months, and enterprises in Yichun and Qinghai received mine - right transfer re - review notices. In the third quarter, Australian mines controlled costs, and the space for further cost reduction is extremely limited, with most mainstream Australian mines reducing capital expenditure for fiscal year 2025 [5]. - In September 2025, China imported 711,000 tons of lithium concentrate, a 14.7% month - on - month increase. The top three importing countries were Australia, Nigeria, and Zimbabwe. The import of lithium concentrate from Australia increased by 64.1% month - on - month, that from Zimbabwe decreased by 7.8% month - on - month, that from Nigeria increased by 14.4% month - on - month, and that from South Africa increased by 109,000 tons. The import of carbonate lithium in September was 19,597 tons, a 10.3% month - on - month decrease, with 11,000 tons from Chile, accounting for 55% [5]. - The CIF price of imported lithium spodumene concentrate increased week - on - week, causing cost upside - down for some carbonate lithium manufacturers using purchased lithium ore. Self - owned ore and salt - lake enterprises have some profit support, while lithium hydroxide manufacturers face greater cost pressure [5]. Demand - In October, the overall production schedule increased month - on - month, and in September, the production schedule of large battery cell factories increased by 8% month - on - month. In September, the total production of power and other batteries in China was 151.2 GWh, an 8.3% month - on - month increase and a 35.4% year - on - year increase. The total export was 26.7 GWh, an 18.2% month - on - month increase and a 28.3% year - on - year increase. The sales volume was 146.5 GWh, a 9.0% month - on - month increase and a 42.2% year - on - year increase. Policies are expected to support the growth of the new energy vehicle market [6]. Inventory - This week, the inventory of carbonate lithium showed a destocking state, with factory inventory decreasing by 1,075 tons, market inventory decreasing by 1,273 tons, and futures inventory decreasing by 289 tons [6]. Strategy Recommendations - Considering the supply side, with the ongoing shutdown of Ningde Jianxiawo Mine, the domestic production of carbonate lithium in October increased by 10% month - on - month, and the import of lithium concentrate in September increased by 14.7% month - on - month, while the import of carbonate lithium decreased by about 10% month - on - month but increased by 20% year - on - year. The downstream demand is strong, and the domestic supply and demand remain in a tight balance. It is expected that the subsequent import of lithium salts from South America will supplement the supply [6]. - From the demand side, the terminal demand for energy storage continues to be good. In September, the production schedule of large battery cell factories increased by 8% month - on - month, and the production schedule of cathode materials in October is expected to increase by 4% month - on - month. With profit restoration, the production of ore - extracted lithium continues to increase, and the cost center shifts upward. The proportion of long - term contracts and customer - supplied products for battery factories increases, and inventory is transferred downstream. The price of carbonate lithium is expected to be supported. It is recommended to build positions at low prices and pay attention to the progress of Yichun mine certificates and the resumption of production of Ningde Jianxiawo Lithium Mine [6]. 2. Key Data Tracking - The report presents multiple data charts, including the spot tax - included average price of carbonate lithium, weekly and monthly production of carbonate lithium, weekly and factory monthly inventory of carbonate lithium, average price of industrial - grade carbonate lithium, average price of imported lithium concentrate, production of power and other batteries, production of different types of batteries and cathode materials, average production cost of carbonate lithium, import volume of carbonate lithium and lithium spodumene, etc. However, specific numerical analysis is not provided in the text, only the time series and data ranges of these data are shown [8][10][11][15][17][20][21][23][26][27][30][34][36][38][40].

Core Viewpoint - The lithium carbonate market is experiencing price fluctuations, with futures prices showing a 10.87% increase in October, while the spot prices for battery-grade and industrial-grade lithium carbonate have also risen [1][2]. Supply Side - Domestic lithium carbonate production in October is expected to exceed 100,000 tons, driven by increased production capacity in Sichuan, Qinghai, and Jiangsu, despite some production disruptions due to a mine shutdown in Jiangxi [2]. - The import volume of lithium carbonate is projected to decline slightly due to reduced exports from Chile in September, with the main import sources being Chile and Argentina [2]. Consumption Side - The consumption of lithium carbonate continues to exceed expectations, particularly in the power and energy storage sectors, leading to increased procurement activities in the second half of October [2][4]. - The demand for lithium carbonate is strong, with significant increases in orders for cathode materials observed mid-month, indicating a robust market [2][4]. Cost Side - Lithium ore prices have been volatile, with reports indicating prices nearing $1,000 per ton, impacting the cost structure for companies reliant on external lithium ore sources [3]. - Companies with self-supply advantages are maintaining high operational loads, while those dependent on purchased lithium ore face ongoing cost pressures [3]. Inventory Side - Total inventory levels have decreased significantly, with a reported drop of nearly 10,000 tons in October, indicating a tightening market [3]. - The lithium hydroxide market has seen price increases, with battery-grade lithium hydroxide averaging 77,375 yuan/ton by the end of October [3]. Market Outlook - The market is expected to maintain a price range of 75,000 to 85,000 yuan/ton for battery-grade lithium carbonate in the near term, with potential inventory turning points anticipated in late November [4].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The lithium carbonate market is in a stage of increasing supply and demand with inventory reduction. The price of lithium carbonate may be supported. It is recommended to conduct short - term long trades at low prices with a light position and control risks [7][8]. 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Weekly Highlights Summary - **Market Review**: The weekly line of the lithium carbonate main contract fluctuated strongly, with a change rate of +5.05% and an amplitude of 7.32%. As of the end of this week, the closing price of the main contract was 79,520 yuan/ton [7]. - **Macro Aspect**: The communiqué of the Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee was released, setting the main goals for economic and social development during the "15th Five - Year Plan" period [7]. - **Fundamentals**: Overseas miners continue to support prices. The current demand of lithium salt plants is good, and the ore price rises with the lithium price. The smelters maintain a high production schedule, and the domestic lithium carbonate supply shows a stable growth trend. The downstream material factories have good production and order situations. The power battery benefits from the peak consumption season of the new energy vehicle industry, and the energy storage market also maintains a high growth rate. The domestic demand for lithium carbonate is strong, and the industrial inventory is gradually reduced [7]. - **Strategy Recommendation**: Conduct short - term long trades at low prices with a light position and control trading rhythm to manage risks [8]. 3.2 Futures and Spot Market - **Futures Price**: As of October 24, 2025, the closing price of the lithium carbonate main contract was 79,520 yuan/ton, a week - on - week increase of 3,820 yuan/ton. The near - far month spread was - 600 yuan/ton, a week - on - week decrease of 120 yuan/ton [14]. - **Spot Price**: As of October 24, 2025, the average price of battery - grade lithium carbonate was 75,400 yuan/ton, a week - on - week increase of 2,050 yuan/ton. The basis of the main contract was - 4,120 yuan/ton, a week - on - week decrease of 1,770 yuan/ton [20]. 3.3 Upstream Market - **Spodumene**: As of October 24, 2025, the average price of spodumene concentrate (6% - 6.5%) was 897 US dollars/ton, a week - on - week increase of 45 US dollars/ton. The spot exchange rate of the US dollar against the RMB was 7.1221, a week - on - week decrease of 0.04% [24]. - **Lepidolite**: As of the latest data, the average price of lepidolite (Li₂O: 2.0% - 3%) was 2,835 yuan/ton, a week - on - week increase of 112 yuan/ton. The average price of lithiophilite was 8,250 yuan/ton, a week - on - week increase of 700 yuan/ton [31]. 3.4 Industry Supply - **Imports and Exports**: As of September 2025, the monthly import volume of lithium carbonate was 19,596.9 tons, a decrease of 2,250.01 tons from August, a decline of 10.3%, and a year - on - year increase of 20.49%. The monthly export volume was 150.816 tons, a decrease of 218.09 tons from August, a decline of 59.12%, and a year - on - year decrease of 9.07% [34]. - **Production**: As of September 2025, the monthly output of lithium carbonate was 47,140 tons, an increase of 1,260 tons from August, an increase of 2.75%, and a year - on - year increase of 47.59%. The monthly operating rate was 43%, a month - on - month decrease of 5% and a year - on - year decrease of 32% [34]. 3.5 Downstream Demand - **Lithium Hexafluorophosphate**: As of October 24, 2025, the average price was 95,000 yuan/ton, a week - on - week increase of 16,000 yuan/ton. As of September 2025, the monthly output of electrolyte was 211,050 tons, an increase of 18,950 tons from August, an increase of 9.86%, and a year - on - year increase of 45.25% [38]. - **Lithium Iron Phosphate**: As of the latest data, the average price of lithium iron phosphate (power type) was 33,400 yuan/ton, with no week - on - week change. As of September 2025, the monthly output of lithium iron phosphate cathode materials was 246,300 tons, an increase of 6,300 tons from August, an increase of 2.63%, and a year - on - year increase of 35.93%. The monthly operating rate was 59%, a month - on - month increase of 2% and a year - on - year decrease of 1% [41]. - **Ternary Materials**: As of September 2025, the monthly output of ternary materials was 63,140 tons, a decrease of 2,720 tons from August, a decline of 4.13%, and a year - on - year increase of 15.56%. The monthly operating rate was 53%, a month - on - month decrease of 2% and a year - on - year decrease of 4%. As of the latest data, the prices of ternary materials 811 type, 622 type, and 523 type continued to strengthen [46]. - **Lithium Manganate**: As of September 2025, the monthly output of lithium manganate was 9,920 tons, a decrease of 410 tons from August, a decline of 3.97%, and a year - on - year decrease of 5.52%. As of the latest data, the average price of lithium manganate was 32,000 yuan/ton, with no week - on - week change [51]. - **Lithium Cobaltate**: As of the latest data, the average price of lithium cobaltate was 343,500 yuan/ton, a week - on - week increase of 17,000 yuan/ton. As of September 2025, the monthly output of lithium cobaltate was 15,080 tons, an increase of 100 tons from August, an increase of 0.67%, and a year - on - year increase of 103.23% [54]. - **New Energy Vehicles**: As of September 2025, the penetration rate of new energy vehicles was 46.09%, a month - on - month increase of 0.55% and a year - on - year increase of 7.52%. The monthly production was 1,617,000 vehicles, a month - on - month increase of 16.25%, and the monthly sales were 1,604,000 vehicles, a month - on - month increase of 14.98%. The cumulative export volume was 1.758 million vehicles, a year - on - year increase of 89.44% [56][61]. 3.6 Options Market - According to the option parity theory, the premium of the synthetic underlying is 0.23, presenting a positive arbitrage opportunity. Based on the performance of option at - the - money contracts and the fundamental situation, it is recommended to go long on volatility by constructing a long straddle option [66].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No information provided in the report. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The supply - demand pattern of lithium carbonate is characterized by over - supply and weak demand due to capacity mismatch, and the downward trend is difficult to change [8][11]. - There are both positive and negative factors in the lithium carbonate market. Positive factors include manufacturers' production cut plans, a decline in the import volume of lithium carbonate from Chile, and a decrease in the import volume of spodumene. Negative factors include the continuous high supply at the ore/salt lake end with limited decline, and the insufficient willingness of the power battery end to take delivery [9][10]. - It is expected that the demand will strengthen next month, inventory may be reduced, and the cost - side 6% concentrate CIF price has decreased daily and is lower than the historical average. The supply - demand pattern will shift to demand - led. The lithium carbonate 2511 contract will fluctuate in the range of 72,280 - 74,400 [8]. 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Daily Views - **Supply**: Last week, the lithium carbonate production was 20,516 tons, a week - on - week increase of 0.75%, higher than the historical average. It is predicted that the production in August 2025 was 85,240 physical tons, and next month's production is expected to be 86,730 physical tons, a month - on - month increase of 1.75% [8]. - **Demand**: Last week, the inventory of lithium iron phosphate sample enterprises was 101,848 tons, a week - on - week increase of 3.62%. The inventory of ternary material sample enterprises was 17,896 tons, a week - on - week increase of 2.00%. It is expected that the demand will strengthen next month [8]. - **Cost**: The cost of purchased spodumene concentrate is 74,486 yuan/ton, a daily decrease of 1.22%, with a production income of 2,006 yuan/ton, resulting in a loss. The cost of purchased lepidolite is 77,806 yuan/ton, a daily decrease of 0.59%, with a production income of - 7,315 yuan/ton, also resulting in a loss. The production cost at the recycling end is close to that at the ore end, and the production scheduling enthusiasm is average [8]. - **Basis**: On October 9th, the spot price of battery - grade lithium carbonate was 73,550 yuan/ton, and the basis of the 11 - contract was 210 yuan/ton, with the spot at a premium [8]. - **Inventory**: The smelter inventory was 33,492 tons, a week - on - week decrease of 2.79%, lower than the historical average. The downstream inventory was 60,893 tons, a week - on - week increase of 2.35%, higher than the historical average. Other inventories were 42,440 tons, a week - on - week decrease of 2.61%. The total inventory was 136,825 tons, a week - on - week decrease of 0.51%, higher than the historical average [8]. - **Expected**: It is expected that the import volume of lithium carbonate next month will be 19,500 physical tons, a month - on - month decrease of 10.74%. The lithium carbonate 2511 contract will fluctuate in the range of 72,280 - 74,400 [8]. 3.2 Market Overview - **Lithium Carbonate Price and Basis**: Most of the futures closing prices showed an increase, with an increase range of 0.74% - 1.15%. The basis of most contracts decreased, with a decrease range of 72.00% - 119.30%. The registered warehouse receipts were 42,379 lots, a week - on - week increase of 1.61% [14]. - **Upstream Price**: The price of spodumene (6%) decreased by 1.75% to 843 US dollars/ton, and the price of lepidolite concentrate (2% - 2.5%) decreased by 1.08% to 1,835 yuan/ton. The price of battery - grade lithium carbonate remained unchanged at 73,550 yuan/ton [14]. - **Positive Material and Lithium Battery Price**: The prices of most positive materials and lithium batteries increased. For example, the price of 523 polycrystalline consumer - type positive materials increased by 2.81% to 87,725 yuan/ton, and the price of 523 single - crystal power - type ternary precursors increased by 2.14% to 81,100 yuan/ton [14]. 3.3 Supply - Demand Data Overview - **Supply**: The monthly production and import volume of lithium carbonate have increased to varying degrees. For example, the monthly production increased by 17.74% to 311,670 tons, and the monthly import volume increased by 57.79% to 21,846.92 tons. However, the monthly import volume of lithium concentrate decreased by 18.32% to 470,599 tons [17]. - **Demand**: The monthly power battery loading volume increased by 11.81% to 62,500 GWh, and the production and sales volume of new energy vehicles also increased. The production volume increased by 11.91% to 1,391,000 vehicles, and the sales volume increased by 10.54% to 1.395 million vehicles [17]. - **Supply - Demand Balance**: The supply - demand balance of lithium carbonate has changed. In August 2025, the balance was 2,695 tons, showing a surplus [17]. 3.4 Supply - Related - **Lithium Ore**: The price of lithium ore has fluctuated, and the production and import volume of lithium ore in China have also changed. The production of spodumene mines in Chinese samples and the total domestic lepidolite production have shown different trends in different years [23]. - **Lithium Carbonate**: The weekly and monthly production, import volume, and inventory of lithium carbonate have changed. The weekly production of lithium carbonate has increased, and the monthly import volume from Chile has increased significantly. The inventory of lithium carbonate in different links has also changed [29][31]. - **Lithium Hydroxide**: The weekly capacity utilization rate, monthly production, and export volume of lithium hydroxide have changed. The weekly capacity utilization rate of domestic lithium hydroxide has fluctuated, and the monthly export volume has increased in some months [37]. 3.5 Cost - Profit of Lithium Compounds - The production of lithium carbonate from purchased spodumene concentrate and lepidolite is in a loss state. The daily production profit of purchased spodumene concentrate is - 2,006 yuan/ton, and the daily production profit of purchased lepidolite is - 7,315 yuan/ton [8]. - The cost and profit of recycling and producing lithium carbonate from different types of black powder also vary. For example, the profit of recycling and producing lithium carbonate from purchased ternary battery black powder (Li: 3.0% - 3.5%) has fluctuated [44]. 3.6 Inventory - The inventory of lithium carbonate in different links has changed. The weekly inventory of lithium iron phosphate sample enterprises increased by 3.62% to 101,848 tons, and the weekly inventory of ternary material sample enterprises increased by 2.00% to 17,896 tons [8]. 3.7 Demand - Related - **Lithium Battery**: The price, production, loading volume, and export volume of lithium batteries have changed. The monthly production of power battery cells has increased, and the monthly loading volume of power batteries has also increased [53]. - **Ternary Precursor**: The price, cost, and production of ternary precursors have changed. The price of ternary precursors has fluctuated, and the production has increased in some months [58]. - **Ternary Material**: The price, cost, and production of ternary materials have changed. The price of ternary materials has fluctuated, and the weekly start - up rate has also changed [64]. - **Phosphorus Iron/Phosphorus Iron Lithium**: The price, cost, and production of phosphorus iron/phosphorus iron lithium have changed. The price of phosphorus iron/phosphorus iron lithium has fluctuated, and the monthly production of phosphorus iron and phosphorus iron lithium has also changed [69]. - **New Energy Vehicle**: The production, sales, and penetration rate of new energy vehicles have increased. The production of new energy vehicles increased by 11.91% to 1,391,000 vehicles, and the sales volume increased by 10.54% to 1.395 million vehicles [17][77].

Core Viewpoint - As of October 9, the spot price of battery-grade lithium carbonate remains stable, while futures continue to fluctuate, indicating a cautious market outlook amid increasing supply and strong demand in both the power and energy storage sectors [1] Supply Summary - The battery-grade lithium carbonate index price is 73,446 yuan/ton, down by 42 yuan/ton compared to the previous day [1] - The average price for battery-grade lithium carbonate is 73,550 yuan/ton, and for industrial-grade lithium carbonate, it is 71,300 yuan/ton, both unchanged from the previous working day [1] - New production lines for spodumene and salt lake lithium are coming online, suggesting an increase in total lithium carbonate production in October [1] Demand Summary - The demand in the power market is driven by an increase in new energy vehicle sales, while the energy storage market is experiencing robust supply and demand [1] - Despite an increase in supply in October, strong demand from both the power and energy storage sectors is expected to lead to significant inventory reductions, potentially resulting in a temporary supply tightness [1]