1. Report Industry Investment Rating - No relevant content provided 2. Core View of the Report - The market is worried about the contraction of domestic lithium carbonate supply due to the suspension of the Jianxiaowo lithium mica mine and uncertainties in domestic salt lake supply. The "anti - involution" sentiment continues, and the short - term price of lithium carbonate is expected to be strong. However, high prices will stimulate the release of overseas resources, and the long - term fundamental pattern remains unchanged. Attention should be paid to the progress of Jiangxi mines and the continuity of the "anti - involution" sentiment [4][90] 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Investment Strategy - Strategy: Short - term operation, be cautious when chasing long positions, and appropriately buy options for protection; Operating range: 70,000 - 100,000 [4][90] - Resource side: There are still concerns about the supply of lithium mica in Jiangxi, the output of spodumene is basically flat, and the import volume of lithium ore has decreased [4][90] - Supply side: Last week, the output of lithium carbonate continued to increase, the import volume of lithium salts decreased, the export volume of lithium salts from Chile increased significantly, and the recycling end was strengthened [4][90] - Demand side: The growth rate of new energy vehicle production and sales has slowed down. The production schedules of cathode and cell factories have increased, with inventory accumulation of lithium iron phosphate and ternary materials last week. The production schedule of energy - storage batteries has increased slightly, and the energy - storage winning bid scale has decreased [4][90] - Cost side: The prices of spodumene concentrate and lithium mica have risen significantly [4][90] - Inventory: Overall inventory reduction, inventory reduction in smelters, and inventory accumulation in downstream and other sectors [4][90] 3.2 Market Review - Last week, lithium carbonate fluctuated at a high level, with a weekly increase of 15.87%. The trading volume reached 4.63 million lots (+1.86 million), and the open interest reached 401,100 lots (+80,400). The basis was at a discount of 4,200 yuan/ton [6][7] 3.3 Supply - Side Analysis 3.3.1 Lithium Ore - In July, China's spodumene output was 6,500 tons of LCE, a month - on - month increase of 0.8%; lithium mica output was 16,100 tons of LCE, a month - on - month decrease of 4.2% [12] - In June, the import volume of lithium concentrate decreased to 427,600 tons, a month - on - month decrease of 17.2% and a year - on - year decrease of 18.1% [16] - In April, the volume of spodumene shipped from Port Hedland to China decreased to 58,400 tons, a month - on - month decrease of 49.3% and a year - on - year increase of 13.3% [21] 3.3.2 Lithium Battery Recycling - In August, the expected recycling volume of waste lithium batteries was 23,484 tons, a month - on - month increase of 6.4% and a year - on - year increase of 28.9% [26] 3.3.3 Lithium Carbonate - Last week, the output of lithium carbonate was 19,980 tons, a month - on - month increase of 2.2% - In June, the import volume of lithium carbonate decreased to 17,698 tons, a month - on - month decrease of 16.3% and a year - on - year decrease of 9.6% - In July, the volume of lithium carbonate exported from Chile to China was 13,633 tons, a month - on - month increase of 33.3% and a year - on - year decrease of 13.5% [32][34] 3.3.4 Lithium Hydroxide - In August, the operating rate of lithium hydroxide was 36%, and the output was 23,820 tons, a month - on - month decrease of 5.4% and a year - on - year decrease of 24.3% - In June, the export volume of lithium hydroxide was 6,260 tons, a month - on - month increase of 12.1% and a year - on - year decrease of 56.1% [42] 3.4 Downstream Demand Analysis 3.4.1 Lithium Iron Phosphate - Last week, the output of lithium iron phosphate was 79,053 tons, a month - on - month increase of 1.4% - In July, the operating rate of iron phosphate was 59%, and the output was 252,200 tons, a month - on - month increase of 10% and a year - on - year increase of 70% [45] 3.4.2 Ternary Materials - Last week, the output of ternary materials was 16,283 tons, a month - on - month increase of 3.4% - In June, the import and export volume increased [50] 3.4.3 Ternary Precursors - In August, the operating rate of ternary precursors was 41%, and the output was 76,160 tons, a month - on - month increase of 8.1% and a year - on - year increase of 5.4% - In June, the export volume decreased [53] 3.4.4 Manganese - Based and Cobalt - Based Materials - In August, the operating rate of lithium manganate was 33%, and the output was 11,978 tons, a month - on - month increase of 3% and a year - on - year increase of 26% - In August, the operating rate of lithium cobaltate was 61%, and the output was 8,880 tons, a month - on - month decrease of 3.8% and a year - on - year increase of 11.1% [54] 3.4.5 Electrolyte - In August, the output of electrolyte was 169,680 tons, a month - on - month increase of 4.1% and a year - on - year increase of 38.0% - In June, the export volume of lithium hexafluorophosphate increased [61] 3.5 Terminal Demand Analysis 3.5.1 Power Batteries - In July, the output of power batteries was 133.8 GWh, a month - on - month increase of 3.6% and a year - on - year increase of 45.8% - In July, the installed capacity of power batteries was 55.9 GWh, a month - on - month decrease of 4.0% and a year - on - year increase of 34.3% [64] 3.5.2 New Energy Vehicles - In July, the production of new energy vehicles was 1.243 million, a month - on - month decrease of 2.0% and a year - on - year increase of 26.3% - In July, the sales of new energy vehicles was 1.262 million, a month - on - month decrease of 5.1% and a year - on - year increase of 27.4% [67] 3.5.3 Energy Storage - In August, the output of energy - storage batteries was 45.15 GWh, a month - on - month increase of 2.2% and a year - on - year increase of 42.9% - In June, the winning bid power scale of energy storage was 4.57 GW, a month - on - month decrease of 11.3% and a year - on - year increase of 15.1%; the winning bid capacity scale was 12.11 GWh, a month - on - month decrease of 27.3% and a year - on - year increase of 45.0% [72] 3.5.4 Consumer Electronics - In July, China's smartphone production was 94.32 million units, a month - on - month decrease of 12.9% and a year - on - year increase of 2.1% - In July, China's micro - computer production was 25.52 million units, a month - on - month decrease of 19.2% and a year - on - year decrease of 9.8% [75] 3.6 Cost Analysis - Lithium ore prices have risen significantly. The price of spodumene concentrate has increased by $163/ton, and the price of lithium mica has increased by 300 yuan/ton [79] 3.7 Inventory Analysis - The total lithium carbonate inventory decreased by 162 tons. Structurally, smelters' inventory decreased by 1,306 tons, downstream inventory increased by 124 tons, and other inventory increased by 1,020 tons - Last week, lithium iron phosphate inventory increased by 483 tons, and ternary materials inventory increased by 737 tons [86][87]

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Core Viewpoint - The report analyzes historical market pullbacks during bull markets and identifies potential risk factors for the current market, emphasizing that while a pullback is not imminent, preparation is necessary for possible future risks [1][8]. Group 1: Historical Pullback Experiences - Liquidity tightening is the primary trigger for pullbacks in past bull markets, with macro liquidity tightening having a more profound impact on valuation and inflation levels [2][9]. - Micro liquidity tightening leads to more controllable pullbacks, often presenting opportunities for positioning [10]. - The report categorizes pullback causes into five main types: macro liquidity tightening, micro liquidity tightening, policy tightening, geopolitical events, and fundamental downturns, with macro liquidity tightening being the most frequent cause [9][11]. Group 2: Potential Future Pullback Triggers - Key macro liquidity factors to monitor include whether the current easing will meet expectations, particularly in light of anticipated U.S. Federal Reserve rate cuts [30]. - On the micro liquidity side, attention should be paid to margin account inspections, quantitative trading regulations, IPO lock-up releases, and significant ETF outflows [31]. - Geopolitical events, particularly the Russia-Ukraine conflict and U.S.-China trade negotiations, are critical areas for monitoring [32]. Group 3: Reiteration of Re-inflation Bull Market View - The current bull market is characterized by financial re-inflation, with the stock market serving as a vehicle for excess liquidity as cash product yields decline [39]. - The transition to the second half of the bull market is expected to focus on real asset re-inflation, with M1 leading PPI by 6-9 months [49]. - The report emphasizes the importance of fund recovery and reallocation effects, suggesting that as funds recover, redemption pressures may increase, but this does not necessarily indicate a long-term negative outlook [52].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The supply - demand pattern of lithium carbonate is characterized by strong supply and weak demand due to capacity mismatch, and the downward trend is difficult to change [14]. - Lithium carbonate 2511 is expected to fluctuate in the range of 85,000 - 88,800 [10]. 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Daily Views - **Supply - side**: Last week, lithium carbonate production was 19,980 tons, a 2.16% week - on - week increase, higher than the historical average [8]. In July 2025, production was 81,530 physical tons, and next - month production is predicted to be 84,200 tons, a 3.27% increase [10]. - **Demand - side**: Last week, the inventory of lithium iron phosphate sample enterprises was 95,081 tons, a 0.51% week - on - week increase, and the inventory of ternary material sample enterprises was 17,296 tons, a 4.45% week - on - week increase [8]. - **Cost - side**: The cost of purchased lithium spodumene concentrate is 79,952 yuan/ton, a 0.28% daily increase, with a production profit of 1,579 yuan/ton; the cost of purchased lithium mica is 84,292 yuan/ton, a 0.69% daily increase, with a production loss of 4,868 yuan/ton; the production cost of the recycling end is close to that of the ore end, and the production enthusiasm is average; the quarterly cash production cost of the salt lake end is 31,745 yuan/ton, with sufficient profit margins and strong production motivation [9]. - **Fundamentals**: Neutral [9]. - **Basis**: On August 15, the spot price of battery - grade lithium carbonate was 82,700 yuan/ton, and the basis of the 11 - contract was - 4,200 yuan/ton, with the spot at a discount to the futures. Bearish [9]. - **Inventory**: The smelter inventory was 49,693 tons, a 2.56% week - on - week decrease, lower than the historical average; the downstream inventory was 48,283 tons, a 0.26% week - on - week increase, higher than the historical average; other inventories were 44,280 tons, a 2.36% week - on - week increase, higher than the historical average; the total inventory was 142,256 tons, a 0.11% week - on - week decrease, higher than the historical average. Neutral [9]. - **Market trend**: MA20 is upward, and the futures price of the 11 - contract closed above MA20. Bullish [11]. - **Main positions**: The main positions are net short, and short positions increased. Bearish [11]. - **Positive factors**: Manufacturers' shutdown and production reduction plans, a month - on - month decrease in the amount of lithium carbonate imported from Chile, and a decline in lithium spodumene imports [12]. - **Negative factors**: High - level supply at the ore/salt lake end with limited decline, and insufficient willingness of the power battery end to take delivery [13]. 3.2 Lithium Carbonate Market Overview - **Prices**: The prices of various lithium - related products such as lithium spodumene, lithium mica concentrate, battery - grade lithium carbonate, and lithium hexafluorophosphate showed different degrees of increase or remained stable [17]. - **Supply - demand data**: The weekly operating rate of lithium carbonate was 63.92%, unchanged from the previous value; the monthly operating rate of lithium iron phosphate increased by 5.36%, and the monthly production increased by 9.70% [19]. 3.3 Supply - Lithium Ore - **Prices**: Lithium ore prices have shown fluctuations over the years [24]. - **Production**: The production of Chinese sample lithium spodumene mines and domestic lithium mica has changed over different years [24]. - **Imports**: Lithium concentrate imports have fluctuated, with imports from Australia and other regions varying [24]. - **Supply - demand balance**: The supply - demand balance of domestic lithium ore has shown different situations in different months and years [26]. 3.4 Supply - Lithium Carbonate - **Operating rate**: The weekly operating rate of lithium carbonate production from different sources (lithium spodumene, lithium mica, salt lake, recycling materials) has changed over time [29]. - **Production**: Lithium carbonate production has shown an upward or fluctuating trend over different years and months [29]. - **Imports**: The import volume of lithium carbonate from different countries (Chile, Argentina, etc.) has changed [29]. - **Supply - demand balance**: The monthly supply - demand balance of lithium carbonate has shown different situations in different months and years [34]. 3.5 Supply - Lithium Hydroxide - **Capacity utilization**: The weekly capacity utilization rate of domestic lithium hydroxide has changed over different years [37]. - **Production**: The production of lithium hydroxide from different sources (smelting, causticizing) has changed [37]. - **Exports**: China's lithium hydroxide export volume has shown an upward trend over different years [37]. - **Supply - demand balance**: The monthly supply - demand balance of lithium hydroxide has shown different situations in different months and years [40]. 3.6 Lithium Compound Cost - Profit - **Cost - profit of different raw materials**: The cost - profit of purchasing lithium spodumene concentrate, lithium mica concentrate, and various recycled materials for lithium carbonate production has changed over time [43][46][49]. - **Processing cost - profit**: The cost - profit of processing lithium hydroxide from different forms (coarse - grained to fine - grained), and the cost - profit of various lithium compound conversion processes have changed [49]. 3.7 Inventory - **Lithium carbonate inventory**: The inventory of lithium carbonate in smelters, downstream, and other aspects has changed over time [51]. - **Lithium hydroxide inventory**: The inventory of lithium hydroxide in downstream and smelters has changed [51]. 3.8 Demand - Lithium Battery - **Prices**: The prices of lithium batteries have changed over time [55]. - **Production**: The monthly production of power cells and energy - storage cells has changed [55]. - **Exports**: The export volume of lithium batteries has shown an upward trend over different years [55]. 3.9 Demand - Ternary Precursor - **Prices**: The prices of ternary precursors have changed over time [60]. - **Production**: The monthly production of ternary precursors of different series has changed [60]. - **Supply - demand balance**: The monthly supply - demand balance of ternary precursors has shown different situations in different months and years [63]. 3.10 Demand - Ternary Material - **Prices**: The prices of ternary materials have changed over time [66]. - **Cost - profit**: The cost - profit of ternary materials has changed [66]. - **Operating rate**: The weekly operating rate of ternary materials has changed over different years [66]. - **Exports and imports**: The export and import volumes of ternary materials have changed [68]. 3.11 Demand - Iron Phosphate/Iron Phosphate Lithium - **Prices**: The prices of iron phosphate and iron phosphate lithium have changed over time [70]. - **Cost - profit**: The cost - profit of iron phosphate lithium has changed [70]. - **Production**: The monthly production of iron phosphate and iron phosphate lithium has changed [73]. - **Exports**: The monthly export volume of iron phosphate lithium has shown an upward trend over different years [73]. 3.12 Demand - New Energy Vehicles - **Production**: The production of new energy vehicles (plug - in hybrids and pure - electric vehicles) has changed over different years [78]. - **Exports**: The export volume of new energy vehicles has shown an upward trend over different years [78]. - **Sales**: The sales volume of new energy vehicles (plug - in hybrids and pure - electric vehicles) and the sales penetration rate have changed over different years [78][79]. - **Inventory indicators**: The retail - wholesale ratio, inventory warning index, and inventory index of new energy vehicles have changed over different years [82].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating - The investment rating for lithium carbonate is "Bullish" [1] 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - Last week, lithium salt prices rebounded strongly, with significant increases in the closing prices of LC2509 and LC2511 contracts and the spot average prices of battery - grade and industrial - grade lithium carbonate. The price of lithium hydroxide also continued to rise [2][11]. - After the suspension of production at Jianxiaowo on August 9th, the market shifted from expected trading to real - time trading, and the balance sheet for the third quarter will turn into a de - stocking phase. In August, the market is in a tight balance, while the gap will widen in September. Longer - term production suspension will significantly narrow the annual surplus [3][12]. - The supply - side disturbances are not completely resolved, and there are concerns about potential production cuts in other projects in Qinghai and Jiangxi. On the demand side, the third - quarter is characterized by "off - season not so off", with the production of cells and materials increasing monthly driven by energy - storage demand. In the short term, prices are expected to remain strong. It is recommended to hold existing long positions, look for opportunities to go long on dips, and avoid mid - term short positions for now [3][13][14] 3. Summary by Relevant Catalog 3.1 Supply Disturbances Not Fully Resolved, Downstream Buying Interest Gradually Released - From August 11th to 15th, lithium salt prices rebounded strongly. The closing price of LC2509 increased by 13.4% to 86,900 yuan/ton, and that of LC2511 increased by 12.9% to 86,900 yuan/ton. The spot average prices of SMM battery - grade and industrial - grade lithium carbonate increased by 15% to 82,700 and 80,400 yuan/ton respectively. The average prices of SMM coarse - particle and micron - powder battery - grade lithium hydroxide increased by 12% to 74,000 and 79,000 yuan/ton respectively [11]. - After the production suspension at Jianxiaowo on August 9th, the market moved from expected trading to real - time trading, with a 13% increase in the week. The production loss will lead to de - stocking in the third - quarter balance sheet. In August, the market is in a tight balance, and the gap will widen in September. Longer - term suspension will narrow the annual surplus. After the actual production cut, downstream purchasing interest recovered, and the acceleration of SMM price adjustments and the narrowing of the basis and monthly long - term contract spread stimulated downstream buying [12]. 3.2 Week - to - Week Industry News Review - In July, China's power - battery loading volume was 55.9GWh, a 4.0% month - on - month decrease but a 34.3% year - on - year increase. Among them, ternary battery loading volume was 10.9GWh (19.6% of the total, up 1.9% month - on - month and down 3.8% year - on - year), and lithium iron phosphate battery loading volume was 44.9GWh (80.4% of the total, down 5.3% month - on - month and up 49.0% year - on - year) [15]. - CATL's Yichun project suspended mining operations after the mining license expired on August 9th and is applying for a renewal. The impact on the company's overall operations is small [15]. - US - based Piedmont Lithium's North American Lithium (NAL) set a new production record in the second quarter, producing 58,500 tons of lithium concentrate and shipping about 67,200 tons. Piedmont expects lithium - spodumene shipments to reach 113,000 - 125,000 tons by 2025 [15]. - The Lithium Industry Branch issued an initiative to strengthen upstream - downstream cooperation, maintain industrial safety, and promote the high - quality development of the lithium industry [16]. - Sigma Lithium's lithium production increased by 38% in the second quarter, and the total sustaining cash cost decreased by 24% year - on - year. However, the total sales volume decreased by 23%, and the net loss widened [16]. 3.3 Key High - Frequency Data Monitoring of the Industry Chain 3.3.1 Resource End: Spot Quotes of Lithium Concentrate Rebound - The spot average price of lithium - spodumene concentrate (6%, CIF China) increased by 21.0% to 940 US dollars/ton [12]. 3.3.2 Lithium Salts: The Market Rebounds Strongly Again - The closing prices of lithium - carbonate futures contracts, including LC2509 and LC2511, and spot average prices of battery - grade and industrial - grade lithium carbonate all increased significantly [11][12]. - The price of lithium hydroxide continued to rise, and the price difference between battery - grade lithium hydroxide and battery - grade lithium carbonate widened [11]. 3.3.3 Downstream Intermediate Products: Quotes Slightly Rebound - The prices of downstream materials such as lithium iron phosphate, ternary materials, and cobalt - acid lithium all increased to varying degrees [12]. 3.3.4 Terminal: China's New - Energy Vehicle Penetration Rate Slightly Increased in July - In July, China's new - energy vehicle penetration rate slightly increased, and the power - battery loading volume showed certain changes in structure and scale [15]

Group 1: Mergers and Acquisitions in Semiconductor Sector - Multiple A-share listed companies are engaging in cross-industry mergers and acquisitions, particularly in the semiconductor sector, including companies like Wantong Development, Quzhou Development, Kaipu Cloud, Yongji Co., and Kanda New Materials [2][3] - Wantong Development plans to invest approximately 854.45 million yuan to acquire a 62.98% stake in Beijing Shudu Information Technology Co., which specializes in high-speed interconnect chip design and development [3] - Quzhou Development intends to purchase 95.46% of the shares of Guangdong Xiandao Rare Materials Co. and raise up to 3 billion yuan in supporting funds, with the estimated valuation of the target company not exceeding 12 billion yuan [4] - Yongji Co. is planning to acquire control of Nanjing Tena Fei Electronic Technology Co. through a combination of share issuance and cash payment [4] - Kanda New Materials aims to acquire 51% of Chengdu Zhongke Huamei Electronics Co. for 275 million yuan, making it a subsidiary [5] Group 2: Legal Disputes in Semiconductor Industry - Yitang Co., a leading domestic equipment manufacturer with a market value of 60 billion yuan, has filed a lawsuit against global semiconductor equipment leader Applied Materials for "illegally obtaining and using its core technical secrets," seeking 99.99 million yuan in damages [6][7] - The lawsuit highlights the competitive landscape between Chinese and American semiconductor equipment giants and reflects the determination of Chinese semiconductor companies to protect their innovations through legal means [6][7] Group 3: Lithium Mining and Market Reactions - Ningde Times' subsidiary, Yichun Times New Energy Mining Co., has temporarily halted operations at its lithium mine following the expiration of its mining rights, with plans to apply for an extension [8][9] - The suspension has led to a significant rise in lithium stocks, with companies like Tianqi Lithium and Jiangte Electric experiencing substantial gains, indicating a positive market reaction to the supply disruption [9]

Group 1: Market Overview - Domestic commodity futures experienced mixed performance from August 11 to August 15, with lithium carbonate and palm oil leading gains, while the European shipping index saw the largest decline [1] - In the energy and chemical sector, fuel oil fell by 2.71%, crude oil by 0.71%, and lithium carbonate rose by 12.92% [1] - The black metal sector saw slight fluctuations, with coking coal up by 0.24% and iron ore by 0.32%, while coking coal decreased by 0.26% [1] Group 2: Lithium Market Dynamics - The recent suspension of operations at the Jiangxiawo mine due to expired mining licenses has raised concerns about lithium carbonate supply, leading to a significant price increase [2] - Supply disruptions continue with the suspension of operations at the Qinghai Zhongxin Guoan salt lake, although the impact from the Yichun lithium mine is currently limited due to inventory levels [3] - In June, Chile exported approximately 10,200 tons of lithium carbonate to China, with exports increasing by 43% month-on-month in July [3] Group 3: Demand and Inventory Trends - In July, the demand for new energy vehicles and lithium batteries showed a slowdown in growth, but remains at high levels, with production and sales of new energy vehicles reaching 1.243 million and 1.262 million units, respectively [3] - Domestic lithium carbonate inventory decreased slightly to 142,256 tons, with a week-on-week reduction of 162 tons [4] - The overall supply-demand balance for lithium carbonate has not significantly improved, and prices are expected to remain volatile until supply disruptions are resolved [4] Group 4: Future Market Expectations - Analysts suggest that supply-side factors will be the market focus, with emotional fluctuations driven by news rather than fundamental changes [5] - The next critical date for the market will be September 30, when a reserve verification report is due, which may influence production changes at smelting plants [5] - Long-term projections indicate that overseas lithium mines are raising production targets for FY2026, which may exert pressure on lithium carbonate prices [5]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article highlights the fluctuations in domestic commodity futures, with lithium carbonate and palm oil leading the gains, while the shipping sector, particularly the European routes, faced declines [1] - In the energy and chemical sector, there was a notable increase in lithium carbonate prices by 12.92%, while fuel and crude oil prices decreased by 2.71% and 0.71% respectively [1] - The black series and basic metals experienced slight fluctuations, with coking coal rising by 0.24% and iron ore by 0.32%, while coking coal saw a minor decline of 0.26% [1] Group 2 - The supply side is affected by the suspension of operations at the Jiangxiawo mine due to the expiration of its mining license, raising concerns about lithium carbonate supply [3][5] - In July, China's lithium carbonate imports from Chile reached approximately 10,200 tons, with a 43% month-on-month increase in exports from Chile expected by July 2025 [5] - The demand for lithium remains high, with July's production and sales of new energy vehicles reaching 1.243 million and 1.262 million units, respectively, marking year-on-year growth of 26.3% and 27.4% [5] Group 3 - Domestic lithium carbonate inventory slightly decreased to 142,256 tons, reflecting a 0.1% reduction week-on-week, primarily due to the flow from processing plants to downstream sectors [6] - The overall supply-demand balance for lithium carbonate has not significantly improved, with expectations of continued price volatility until supply disruptions are resolved [6] - Analysts suggest that the next critical date for market observation is September 30, when a reserve verification report will be submitted, which may increase market fluctuations [7]

Investment Rating - The industry rating is "Recommended" indicating a positive outlook for the sector with expectations of outperforming the benchmark index by 10% or more in the upcoming period [6]. Core Insights - In Q2 2025, the production of lithium concentrate reached 68,368 tons, a year-on-year increase of 38%, while sales volume decreased by 23% to 40,350 tons due to a strategic decision to halt supply during price volatility [1][2]. - The company's cash operating cost was reported at $442 per ton, a decrease of 14% year-on-year, maintaining the lowest cost in the industry [2]. - The financial performance showed a significant decline, with revenue dropping 62% year-on-year to $2.115 million, and a net loss of $1.886 million [3][4]. Summary by Sections Production and Sales - Q2 2025 lithium concentrate production was 68,368 tons, exceeding the target of 67,500 tons, with a 38% year-on-year growth [1]. - Sales volume for Q2 2025 was 40,350 tons, reflecting a 23% year-on-year decline and a 34% quarter-on-quarter decline due to a cautious supply strategy [1]. Cost Structure - The unit sales cost was $584 per ton, up 3% year-on-year and 5% quarter-on-quarter [1]. - The cash operating cost was $442 per ton, down 14% year-on-year and 3% quarter-on-quarter, remaining below the target of $500 per ton for 2025 [2]. - The all-in sustaining cost (AISC) was $594 per ton, a 24% decrease year-on-year and 4% decrease quarter-on-quarter, also below the annual target of $660 per ton [2]. Financial Performance - Revenue for Q2 2025 was $2.115 million, down 62% year-on-year and 56% quarter-on-quarter [3]. - EBITDA for Q2 2025 was -$1.688 million, indicating a loss compared to previous periods [4]. - The company reported a net loss of $1.886 million, widening year-on-year and turning negative quarter-on-quarter [4]. Operational Updates - The company is advancing its Phase II expansion project, which is expected to add 250,000 tons per year of lithium capacity, bringing total annual capacity to 520,000 tons by 2026 [8].