Summary of Cangge Mining Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: Cangge Mining - **Key Products**: Potassium Chloride, Lithium Carbonate, Copper Industry Insights - **Potassium Chloride**: Stable growth expected, with production target of 1 million tons and sales target of 950,000 tons for the year 2025. The first quarter production was 159,400 tons, a 0.5% increase year-on-year, with sales up nearly 28% to 178,500 tons [2][3] - **Lithium Carbonate**: Annual production and sales target set at 11,000 tons, with first quarter production at 2,165 tons and sales at 1,530 tons. The production cost for lithium carbonate is projected to be around 31,000 yuan per ton, significantly lower than current costs [2][9] - **Copper**: The first quarter production reached 46,000 tons with a net profit of approximately 43,000 yuan per ton, an increase from 38,000 yuan in 2024. The second phase of the project is expected to be operational by the end of 2025, leading to significant capacity release [2][5] Strategic Developments - **Project Expansion**: Cangge Mining plans to gradually release production capacity for potassium chloride, lithium carbonate, and copper over the coming years. The focus will be on stabilizing potassium chloride production, prioritizing lithium project development, and advancing the second and third phases of the Giant Dragon Copper Mine [2][7][8] - **Cost Optimization**: The company is implementing cost-saving measures, particularly in lithium production, which is expected to lower overall costs as new projects come online [2][9] - **Solid-State Battery Technology**: The company is monitoring developments in solid-state battery technology and plans to establish a new team to track advancements in lithium sulfide and related products [2][15] Financial Performance - **Cash Flow**: Cangge Mining reported strong cash flow with no debt, allowing for capital expenditures to be financed through leverage [3][22] - **Dividend Policy**: The company aims to maintain a stable dividend policy, influenced by capital expenditure needs and investor return strategies [3][23][21] Market Outlook - **Copper Prices**: Long-term copper prices are expected to remain strong due to supply constraints and steady demand from sectors such as renewable energy and manufacturing [2][12] - **Potassium Fertilizer Prices**: Potassium fertilizer prices are projected to remain high, with current prices between 2,000 to 2,600 yuan per ton, and first quarter sales prices exceeding 2,700 yuan [2][12][14] Project Updates - **Mami Cuo Salt Lake**: The project is expected to start production in 2026, with a significant reduction in production costs anticipated [2][11] - **Laos Potash Project**: Progress has been made in obtaining necessary permits, with a long-term goal of achieving a production scale of 3 to 5 million tons [2][17] - **Giant Dragon Copper Mine**: The second phase is on track for completion by the end of 2025, with significant increases in production capacity and net profit expected thereafter [2][10][21] Conclusion Cangge Mining is positioned for growth across its key product lines, with strategic expansions and cost optimizations in place. The company is well-prepared to navigate market dynamics and capitalize on favorable pricing trends in the copper and potassium fertilizer markets.

Core Viewpoint - The company Shengxin Lithium Energy has been awarded the "Annual Brand Going Global Benchmark Award" for its innovative approach and international expansion in the lithium industry, particularly in the context of ESG performance [1][5]. Group 1: International Expansion and Production Capacity - Shengxin Lithium Energy has successfully established a lithium salt production base in Indonesia, with an annual capacity of 60,000 tons, marking it as the largest overseas lithium extraction project [3]. - The company has diversified its lithium resource projects across Africa and South America, including the production of 290,000 tons of lithium concentrate per year from the newly operational Sabi Star lithium-tantalum mine in Zimbabwe [2]. - The total lithium salt production capacity of the company has increased to 137,000 tons per year, enhancing its ability to serve global customers [3]. Group 2: ESG Performance and Recognition - The company has made significant efforts in ESG practices, including resource recycling, waste management, and local community development, which have been recognized internationally [6][8]. - Shengxin Lithium Energy's subsidiary, Max Mind, received the "Sustainable Development and Inclusive Development" award for its community support initiatives in Zimbabwe [8]. - The company has set ambitious goals for carbon neutrality by 2050 and has implemented various measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions [5]. Group 3: Local Community Engagement - The company emphasizes local employment, achieving a local hiring rate of 93% in Indonesia, 86% in Zimbabwe, and 74% in Argentina [6]. - Shengxin Lithium Energy actively participates in community development projects, improving local infrastructure and providing essential services [6]. Group 4: Supply Chain Sustainability - The company is integrating ESG principles into its supply chain management, with 946 suppliers across various regions, promoting sustainable practices [7]. - Initiatives include supplier training and local procurement to enhance the sustainability of the supply chain [7].

二 〇 二 四 年 度 2025 年 5 月 11 日 碳酸锂：终端需求回落，上游成本快速塌陷， 偏弱震荡 邵婉嫕 投资咨询从业资格号：Z0015722 shaowanyi020696@gtjas.com 报告导读： 本周价格走势：单边回落，在 6.29 万元/吨附近出现空头减仓，基差走强 碳酸锂 LC2507 合约回落，期间减仓企稳，尔后加仓下跌。2507 合约收于 63020 元/吨，周环比下跌 3240 元/吨，2509 合约收于 64300 元/吨，周环比下跌 3360 元/吨，现货周环比下跌 3000 元/吨为 65250 元/吨。SMM 期现基差（2505 合约）走强 240 元/吨至 2230 元/吨，富宝贸易商升贴水报价+360 元 /吨，周环比走强 60 元/吨。2507-2509 合约价差-1280 元/吨，环比+120 元/吨。 供需基本面：终端需求回落，上游成本快速塌陷 供应：本周锂矿价格延续下跌趋势，并且下跌速度进一步加大，国内 SMM 矿价报 725 美元/吨， fastmarkets 最新成交价低至 680 美元/吨，矿端价格回落带动锂价回落。锂矿价格虽持续下跌，但澳洲 矿山企业 ...

Report Summary 1. Report Industry Investment Rating No information provided. 2. Core View of the Report The supply - demand contradiction of lithium carbonate remains unresolved, and the pattern of weak oscillation may continue. The expansion inertia after the Spring Festival and the current stall in demand dominate the market. The spot market has default news, and there are also some differences within the short - selling funds in the futures market. It may enter a bottom - seeking stage in the short term [2][4]. 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Daily Market Summary - The price of the lithium carbonate main contract on May 8 was 64,280 yuan/ton, a slight increase of 0.19% from the previous day, but it showed an oscillating downward trend in the past five days, dropping from 66,260 yuan/ton to 64,280 yuan/ton [2]. - The basis weakened significantly, reaching 2,120 yuan/ton on May 8, a decrease of 620 yuan/ton from the previous day [2]. - The position of the main contract decreased for two consecutive days, dropping to 267,396 lots (-3.43%) on May 8, while the trading volume increased significantly by 51.75% to 309,284 lots [2]. - The market price of battery - grade lithium carbonate dropped to 66,400 yuan/ton (-0.75%), and the industrial - grade lithium carbonate also declined. The price center of the industrial chain spot continued to move down [2]. - The prices of downstream products such as lithium hexafluorophosphate, power ternary materials, and lithium iron phosphate decreased by 1.09%, 0.3%, and 1.04% respectively, and the prices of electrolyte and anode materials also weakened [2]. 3.2 Industry Chain Supply - Demand and Inventory Analysis - In April, the total output of lithium carbonate decreased by 7% month - on - month but remained at a high level. The output of spodumene decreased by 16%, that of lithium mica increased by 4% month - on - month, and the output of salt lakes increased by 10% with the warming of the temperature [3]. - The price of lithium salts forced the mining end to make concessions, and severely hit the smelting demand such as toll - processing. The mining end is currently in a stage of price decline and inventory accumulation [3]. - From April 1 - 30, the retail sales of new energy passenger vehicles in the country were 922,000 units, a year - on - year increase of 37% and a month - on - month decrease of 7%; the wholesale volume of manufacturers was 1.142 million units, a year - on - year increase of 41% and a month - on - month increase of 1% [3]. 3.3 Industry Chain Price Monitoring - On May 8, 2025, compared with May 7, 2025, the price of the lithium carbonate main contract increased by 0.19%, the basis decreased by 22.63%, the main contract position decreased by 3.43%, and the main contract trading volume increased by 51.75%. The market price of battery - grade lithium carbonate decreased by 0.75%, while the prices of spodumene concentrate and lithium mica concentrate remained unchanged. The prices of lithium hexafluorophosphate, power ternary materials, and lithium iron phosphate decreased by 1.09%, 0.3%, and 1.04% respectively [6]. - From May 2 to April 25, 2025, the capacity utilization rate of lithium carbonate decreased by 0.48% [6]. 3.4 Industry Dynamics and Interpretation - On May 8, the SMM battery - grade lithium carbonate index price was 65,346 yuan/ton, a decrease of 1415 yuan/ton from the previous working day. The average price of battery - grade lithium carbonate was 65,250 yuan/ton, and that of industrial - grade lithium carbonate was 63,600 yuan/ton, both decreasing by 1400 yuan/ton. Due to high inventory and weak downstream procurement, the spot price of lithium carbonate continued to fall [7]. - From April 1 - 27, the retail sales of new energy passenger vehicles in the country were 728,000 units, a year - on - year increase of 24% and a month - on - month decrease of 10%, with a retail penetration rate of 52.3%. The wholesale volume of manufacturers was 846,000 units, a year - on - year increase of 25% and a month - on - month decrease of 6%, with a wholesale penetration rate of 53.9% [8]. 3.5 Industry Chain Data Charts The report provides multiple data charts, including those on lithium carbonate futures main contract and basis, battery - grade and industrial - grade lithium carbonate prices, lithium concentrate prices, lithium hexafluorophosphate and electrolyte prices, ternary precursor prices, ternary material prices, lithium iron phosphate prices, lithium carbonate inventory, lithium carbonate operating rate, and cell selling prices [9][14][17][19][21][22][24][26][28].

Core Viewpoint - The lithium carbonate market is experiencing significant price declines, with prices dropping below the previously considered cost line of 70,000 yuan per ton, leading to concerns about supply and demand dynamics in the industry [3][4][7]. Supply and Demand Analysis - As of May, the price of battery-grade lithium carbonate has fallen to 65,000 yuan per ton, with futures prices dropping to 63,000 yuan per ton, marking a historical low [3]. - The demand for lithium carbonate is primarily driven by the need for raw material replenishment, but there is a strong resistance from ternary material manufacturers against high-priced lithium salts [4][5]. - The overall production of positive electrode materials is expected to remain stable in May, indicating a lack of strong purchasing willingness from manufacturers [4]. - The energy storage sector is facing pressure due to the cancellation of mandatory storage policies in China and increased tariffs in the U.S., leading to a potential downward adjustment in the expected annual shipment volume of energy storage lithium batteries [6]. Inventory and Production Trends - Lithium carbonate inventory has increased from 108,000 tons to 132,000 tons between March and April, indicating a continued accumulation of stock [7]. - Global lithium carbonate supply is projected to reach 1.55 million tons, an 18% year-on-year increase, with significant contributions from South American salt lakes and African lithium mines [7]. - Despite ongoing production cuts, the supply-demand imbalance persists, particularly affecting high-cost Australian mines, while low-cost lithium salt producers maintain strong shipping intentions [7]. Strategic Adjustments by Lithium Producers - Lithium salt companies are shifting their focus towards low-cost lithium salt sources to enhance profitability, with companies like Ganfeng Lithium aiming to control production costs below 50,000 yuan per ton [8]. - Ganfeng Lithium's Mariana lithium salt lake project is expected to begin stable supply in the second half of 2025, further improving raw material self-sufficiency and reducing production costs [8]. - Zijin Mining has completed the acquisition of Cangge Mining, which specializes in low-cost lithium extraction from salt lakes, utilizing proprietary technology to achieve a lithium recovery rate of over 95% and maintain production costs between 30,000 to 40,000 yuan per ton [9].

新能源及有色金属日报 | 2025-05-09 库存小幅去化，碳酸锂盘面下跌后小幅反弹 市场分析 2025年5月8日，碳酸锂主力合约2507开于63960元/吨，收于64280元/吨，当日收盘价较昨日结算价收跌0.43%。当 日成交量为309284手，持仓量为267396手，较前一交易日减少9504手，根据SMM现货报价，目前期货贴水电碳970 元/吨。所有合约总持仓433977手，较前一交易日减少3011手。当日合约总成交量较前一交易日增加123069手，成 交量增加，整体投机度为0.88 。当日碳酸锂仓单36241手，较上个交易日减少3手。盘面：当日碳酸锂开盘偏弱， 空头短暂主导，尾盘拉升但缺乏持续性，最终收跌0.43%。 碳酸锂现货：根据SMM数据，2025年5月8日电池级碳酸锂报价6.35-6.7万元/吨，较前一交易日下跌0.14万元/吨， 工业级碳酸锂报价6.31-6.41万元/吨，较前一交易日下跌0.14万元/吨。周度产量增长至1.83万吨，环比增加3866吨， 周度库存小幅减少464吨至13.16万吨。碳酸锂现货成交价格重心持续大幅下移。在头部电芯厂客供比例进一步拉高 的情况下，下游材料厂采购意 ...

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Accumulate-A" with a 6-month target price of 15.5 CNY per share [5]. Core Views - The company's revenue for 2024 was 7.716 billion CNY, a decrease of 35% year-on-year, while the net profit attributable to shareholders was 257 million CNY, an increase of 539% year-on-year [1]. - The company's ammonium nitrate and other raw material prices have decreased, contributing to the profitability of the civil explosives business, which saw a net profit of 691 million CNY in 2024, up 24.4% year-on-year [2]. - The lithium business faced challenges due to falling lithium prices, resulting in a combined net loss of approximately 500 million CNY for its subsidiaries in 2024 [3]. Financial Performance Summary - In Q1 2025, the company achieved a revenue of 1.537 billion CNY, a decrease of 14% quarter-on-quarter and 17% year-on-year, with a net profit of 82 million CNY, down 20% quarter-on-quarter but up 452% year-on-year [1]. - The gross profit for 2024 was 1.289 billion CNY, with the civil explosives sector contributing 1.233 billion CNY, a 14% increase year-on-year, while the lithium business reported a slight loss [1]. - The company expects revenues of 8.926 billion CNY, 10.800 billion CNY, and 11.181 billion CNY for 2025, 2026, and 2027 respectively, with corresponding net profits of 738 million CNY, 950 million CNY, and 1.197 billion CNY [7]. Business Segment Insights - The civil explosives business is expanding its market presence and reducing costs, with a focus on overseas mining services, particularly in Zimbabwe and Australia [2]. - The lithium segment is seeing significant increases in production and sales volumes, with lithium salt production and sales reaching 48,300 tons and 48,000 tons respectively in 2024, up 55% and 63% year-on-year [3]. - The company is enhancing its self-sufficiency in lithium production with the Kamativi Phase II project, which is expected to further reduce reliance on external mineral purchases [3].

Core Viewpoint - The lithium carbonate futures market is experiencing significant price declines due to seasonal demand drops and insufficient capacity reduction, leading to oversupply in the industry [1] Group 1: Industry Overview - The lithium carbonate futures contract for May 8 hit a new low of 63,200 yuan per ton, approaching the cost line for integrated mining companies [1] - In 2024, domestic production of lithium carbonate, lithium hydroxide, and lithium chloride is projected to reach 701,000 tons, 414,000 tons, and 24,000 tons, respectively, representing year-on-year increases of 35.35%, 29.54%, and 37.14% [3] - The average capacity utilization rate of 12 sample companies in the lithium sector was estimated at 65.4%, remaining at a relatively high historical level [1][3] Group 2: Company Performance - Among the 12 sample companies, only three, including Cangge Mining, are expected to see slight production declines, while the other nine are projected to increase output [1][3] - Companies like Ganfeng Lithium, Shengxin Lithium Energy, and Yahua Group are expected to see varying degrees of production increases [3] - Ganfeng Lithium's total lithium salt capacity is around 300,000 tons, but its actual utilization rate may only be about 56% when excluding recently completed projects [5] Group 3: Supply and Demand Dynamics - Despite some Australian mines announcing production cuts, domestic lithium salt production continues to grow, outpacing demand growth, which complicates the supply-demand relationship [5] - The industry is still in a "tug-of-war" state without self-regulatory production cuts, unlike the steel and photovoltaic sectors [1] Group 4: Strategic Responses - Companies are adopting cost-reduction strategies in response to the "low lithium price era," with Ganfeng Lithium accelerating the development of low-cost salt lake projects [6][8] - Zhongmin Resources has diversified its operations to mitigate risks, planning to complete a copper mining project by 2026 [9][10] - Cangge Mining's net profit decline of only 24.6% in 2024 was significantly supported by investment income from its copper business, highlighting the benefits of diversification [9]

碳酸锂现货：根据SMM数据，2025年5月7日电池级碳酸锂报价6.525-6.805万元/吨，较前一交易日下跌0.045万元/ 吨，工业级碳酸锂报价6.45-6.55万元/吨，较前一交易日下跌0.04万元/吨。部分锂盐企业陆续检修或减产，周度产 量环比继续小幅下降，但整体来看，减产力度不及预期，碳酸锂产量仍处于高位，减产难以对供需过剩格局造成 实质性改变。工电价差进一步收窄，根据SMM调研，五一假期结束，上下游普遍处于观望态度，市场成交寥寥。 且在价格持续落入新低的趋势下，下游亦等待价格的进一步下探，持续观望。虽矿价也在同步下跌，但上游锂盐 厂的亏损程度并未有所好转，其碳酸锂出货意愿较差。当前更多是贸易商因担心后市，目前出货意愿较强。4月动 力终端需求表现较好，但部分储能订单受到一定影响，一方面是由于国内强制配储要求取消，另一方面是受到美 国增加关税导致的需求有小幅下滑。5月储能市场需求将继续受到美国关税政策和国内取消强制配储的影响，小幅 减量；但动力市场仍有较好表现，预计5月电芯排产整体保持增量，磷酸铁锂材料5月产量也将增加。 策略 整体来看，现货成交重心下移，带动矿价下跌，锂盐虽有检修，但矿端未见减产，过 ...

Group 1: Company Strategy and Product Development - The company emphasizes the development of ancient gold as a key direction, integrating traditional craftsmanship with modern design to create innovative products [1] - The company is expanding its children's jewelry product line in response to market opportunities from birth policies, enhancing brand promotion through collaborations and targeted advertising [2] - The company aims to improve its brand image and market competitiveness by leveraging traditional craftsmanship in its ancient gold products [1][2] Group 2: Financial Management and Risk Mitigation - The company has established a comprehensive risk management system for raw material procurement and inventory management, utilizing a "borrowed gold" model to optimize funding efficiency [3] - The company employs dynamic monitoring mechanisms to adjust gold inventory levels based on market trends and production needs, ensuring operational stability [3] - The company plans to acquire a 51% stake in Siterui Lithium Industry, which focuses on lithium salt products, to diversify its business portfolio [4] Group 3: Market Conditions and Performance - Recent increases in international gold prices have influenced the retail prices of gold jewelry, with the company adjusting prices in line with market conditions [2] - The company reports steady sales of gold jewelry, with some categories experiencing demand growth due to consumer upgrading trends [2] - The company acknowledges that Siterui Lithium Industry has faced losses due to falling lithium carbonate prices but is working on improving production processes and expanding capacity to enhance market competitiveness [5]