Lithium-ion Rocks!

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Lithium-ion Rocks!™ is a vibrant and engaging look at the mining and chemical industry supplying the lithium-ion battery-fuelled disruption of the Transportation and Utility industries.

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Sunday Mar 10, 2024

E91: Benchmark's Lithium Price Forecast. w/ Daisy Jennings-Gray

Sunday Mar 10, 2024

INDEX:
02:20 - Analyzing Goldman Sachs' Lithium Forecast Reliability
08:32 - Benchmark's Insights on Lithium Market Stability
13:44 - Impact of Lower Prices on Lithium Supply Growth
19:21 - Will Low Prices Hinder Investment in Western Supply Chains?
24:24 - Vertical Integration Challenges in Coping with Low Prices
28:08 - African & Chinese Lithium Supply and Demand: Outlook Amid EV Competition
32:11 - Resilience of EV Market: Demand Outlook Amid Price Changes
35:48 - EV Market Penetration: Consumer Preferences and Battery Types

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Lithium Royalty Corp: https://lithiumroyaltycorp.com/home/default.aspx
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Podcast:
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X (Twitter):
Howard: https://twitter.com/LithiumIonBull
Rodney: https://twitter.com/RodneyHooper13
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Rodney and Howard are not financial advisors nor broker-dealers, this video is for information purposes only and should not be considered investment or financial advice. Please do your own independent research and read the disclaimer at the end of the video or on RK Equity’s website https://www.rkequity.com

Intro and outro audio credit: Jamie Klein

Monday Mar 04, 2024

E90: Lithium’s Leap Year. w/ Matt Fernley

Monday Mar 04, 2024

INDEX:
01:03 - Lithium Price Projections: How High Could They Go?
06:13 - Supply Chain Understanding: Why Were Forecasts Off?
09:28 - Evaluating Lithium Supply: Impact of China's Investments?
14:37 - Factors Affecting Lepidolite Production in China?
22:02 - Market Trends: Role of Chinese Future Prices
24:17 - Global EV Market: Bold Growth Prediction
30:46 - Market Recovery Shapes: Debating Lithium Prices
33:23 - Investing in Lithium Industry: Where to Look?
41:09 - China's Economic Narrative Beyond EVs Explored

DISCLAIMER

NOT INVESTMENT ADVICE. DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH

Intro and outro audio credit: Jamie Klein

Saturday Mar 02, 2024

E89: Lithium. Primed For Takeoff. TD Cowen's David Deckelbaum

Saturday Mar 02, 2024

INDEX:
02:26 - Market Review: Can Lithium Prices Keep Going Up?
04:51 - China's Lithium Supply: What's Driving Price Changes?
08:53 - Investor Feelings: Is the US Market Still Gloomy?
11:14 - Electric Vehicle Trends: Are People Interested in Other Cars?
13:36 - Investment Discussion: Should You Buy Lithium Stocks Now?
16:35 - Long-Term Plans: Stick with Lithium Stocks or Not?
20:32 - Valuing Lithium Companies: How to Handle Market Changes?
23:09 - Chinese Influence: How Does It Affect Lithium Companies?
24:36 - Lithium Price Limits: When Do Electric Cars Make Sense?
28:17 - Arcadium Merger: What's It Mean for Investors?
35:19 - Piedmont Lithium: Should You Buy Despite Concerns?
40:19 - Construction Risks: Is Piedmont More Risky?
43:30 - Lithium Americas: What's the Future Without DOE Loan?
47:24 - Lithium Americas Argentina: CEO Change and Stock Target Price.
50:24 - Risks for Lithium Americas Without Loan.
55:30 - Should Investors Own Lithium Royalty Corp?

DISCLAIMER

NOT INVESTMENT ADVICE. DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH

Intro and outro audio credit: Jamie Klein

Thursday Feb 22, 2024

Rock Stock Recap E9: Lithium Squeeze Box?!

Thursday Feb 22, 2024

INDEX:
00:00:00 - Introduction

00:02:05 - Albemarle's Misreading of the Market
[CATL, Albemarle]

00:04:35 - Bloomberg Article pn Chinese Economy's Impact on Lithium Market
[CATL]

00:07:41 - RIU Conference Echoes Optimism Despite Lithium Market Sell-Off

00:17:01 - Market Focus Shifts to Supply Adjustments for Lithium Pricing Boost

00:23:29 - Surge in Lithium Projects Draws Funding
[Sigma]

00:33:02 - Lithium Industry M&A Activity in Western Australia

00:38:51 - Future Lithium Price Trajectory and its Impact on Company Valuations

DISCLAIMER

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Intro and outro audio credit: Jamie Klein

Friday Feb 09, 2024

E88: Lithium Pearl Jam. Wilsons Advisorys' Sam Catalano

Friday Feb 09, 2024

INDEX:
0:00 - Introduction

6:04 - Profitability Still Achievable in Volatile Lithium Market Despite Structural Changes

8:08 - Methodology Behind Long-Term Lithium Pricing Models and Project Viability

13:23 - Significant Price Increase Needed to Incentivize Lithium Project Development

15:34 - Viability of Low-Grade Lepidolite as Alternative Lithium Supply

19:56 - Concerns Over Potential Overcorrection in Lithium Pricing Amidst Recent Production Cuts and Rationing

20:57 - Risks of Market Pivot Towards Lithium and Impact on Supply Chains

25:19 - [Alcoa, Albemarle, Arcadium] Parallels Between Lithium Industry's Evolution and Quality Bias in Matured Steel Industry

30:03 - [Alcoa, Rio Tinto] Profitability and Future Trajectory of Lithium Industry Amid Uncertainties

32:34 - [Sichuan Yahua, Pilbara, Chengxin] Lithium is becoming more commoditized

35:33 - [Atlantic Lithium, Liontown, Leo Lithium, Core Lithium, Ioneer] - Atlantic's Position Despite Quality Assets Amid Bid Activity Discrepancies

42:54 - [Sayona, Lake Resources, AVZ Minerals] Influence of Retail vs. Institutional Ownership on Stock Valuation

51:08 - Mali's Political Instability and its Impact on Leo Lithium's Future

55:09 - [Gangfeng] Industry Dynamics Shift as China Expands Operations in Africa Amid Political Uncertainty in Mali

59:06 - [Liontown] Funding Gap Looms Large as Liontown's Breakeven Price Exceeds Current Market Rates

1:02:01 - [Core Lithium] Core Lithium Shutdown: What Price Reopens the Door?

1:04:26 - [Liontown] - How confident are you in Liontown's study compared to Core Lithium's

1:06:23 - [Ioneer] - Why is Ioneer your long-term prospect?

#lithium #electricvehicles
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Intro and outro audio credit: Jamie Klein

Tuesday Feb 06, 2024

E87: Lithium Limbo. Euroz Hartleys' Trent Barnett

Tuesday Feb 06, 2024

INDEX:
4:18 - Lithium Prices Too Low, Maintains Long-term Forecasts

7:13 - $2,000 Spodumene Price Needed to Revive Industry

9:46 - Potential Supply Caps Amid Spodumene Price Rebound

15:57 - Feasibility Study Figures, Highlights Lower-than-Expected Recovery Rates

18:04 - Pricing Models and Operating Margins Amidst Lithium Sector Challenges

22:32 - Disparity in Lithium Capex Costs Between China and Other Markets

26:10 - Potential Chinese Dominance in Western Auto Market

30:02 - Concerns Raised Over Efficiency and Competitiveness of US EV Industry Compared to China. Is the ROW going electric?

33:10 - Winsome, Europen Metals and Pilbara's Valuation Amid Shifting Focus on Chinese Demand. Could Pilbara be the new force in lithium?

39:29 - Comparing Goldman Sach's Lithium Predictions to Past Iron Ore Misjudgments, Raising Questions on Accuracy

43:03 - When will we return to $2,000 Spodumene?

#lithium #electricvehicles
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Intro and outro audio credit: Jamie Klein

Wednesday Jan 31, 2024

E86: Take it Easy: Lithium with Daniel Jimenez

Wednesday Jan 31, 2024

INDEX:
0:00 - Introduction

3:52 - Predictions For Lithium Prices to Soar to $35,000 This Year

6:46 - China's Lepidolite and Africa's Spodumene: Price Speculations

11:51 - Long-Term Viability of Chinese Lepidolite Amid Rising Lithium Demand

16:47 - SQM's Ability to Meet Production Growth Targets Amid Chilean Government Relations Concerns

22:10 - SQM's Investment Plans During Lower Capex Estimates

30:23 - SQM's Negotiated Terms for Atacama Operations Beyond 2030

34:18 - Strategic Moves of Lithium Players in Western Australia

41:32 - Galan Progresses with Lithium Chloride Production, Eyes Export Markets

45:44 - Timing of Export License for Galan Lithium Project Expected Within Next Few Months

46:56 - Who Can Process Lithium Chloride Besides China?

49:58 - Surveying Global Lithium Landscape: Where to Invest in the Next 1-5 Years?

#lithium #electricvehicles
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Intro and outro audio credit: Jamie Klein

Sunday Jan 28, 2024

Rock Stock Recap E8: Albemarle to the Rescue?!

Sunday Jan 28, 2024

INDEX:
2:18 - Lithium Demand Shift Sparks Speculation on Albemarle and Arcadium's Strategic Moves

4:37 - Potential Cutbacks in Greenbushes Production Raises Questions for Albemarle and Arcadium

8:14 - Evaluating Sayona: Does James Brown have another Altura on his hands?

14:07 - Evaluating Future Lithium Prices: OEMs' Hedging Opportunities and Reinvestment Economics

18:55 - Macro Insights: Elections, Global Investments, and EV Sales Trends Influence Market Sentiment

20:09 - Frustration Mounts as Lithium Market Dynamics Lean Towards China Dominance

21:02 - Geopolitical Shifts and Lithium Prices: Analyzing the Road to $50 per Kilowatt Hour Batteries

23:55 - The Puzzle of Low-Priced EVs: Geopolitical Factors and Subsidies Examined

25:18 - North American Lithium Triangle: Partnerships and Projects Drive Industry Growth

27:08 - Anticipation Builds: Potential Market Correction with Albemarle's Greenbushes Decision

#lithium #tesla #electricvehicles
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Intro and outro audio credit: Jamie Klein

Wednesday Jan 24, 2024

E85: Fast & Furious Lithium. Fastmarkets' Will Adams & Jordan Roberts

Wednesday Jan 24, 2024

INDEX:
0:00 - Introduction

4:07 - Fast Markets' Jordan Roberts Lithium Price Forecasts, Differing from Liontown's Financing Woes

7:33 - Fast Markets' Will Adams Breaks Down Inventory Trends and Analyzes Market Dynamics Amidst Ongoing Destocking

11:35 - Market Controversy: Conflicting Reports on Battery Cell Inventories and Incentives for EV Makers

14:02 - Current Inventory Levels in China Slightly Exceed Ideal Range of Two to Three Months

17:25 - Concerns Rise Over Albemarle's Deferred Megaflex Facility Investment in the US Amidst Increasing Difficulty in Securing Lithium Units

20:31 - Addressing the Rise of Chinese-Made EVs Globally and Potential Measures to Level the Playing Field

23:52 - Examining the Impact of Plug-In Hybrids on IRA Guidance and the Potential Lifeline for Incumbents

24:50 - Evaluating China's Innovation and Response Strategies in the Lithium Market: Is Lithium Following the Iron Ore Analogy or Heading Towards Commoditization?

28:22 - Exploring the Sodium-Ion Battery Landscape: Application Suitability, Cost Considerations, and the Future Amidst Evolving EV Battery Technologies

31:30 - Are Chinese Companies Manipulating the Lithium Market to Acquire Assets at Lower Costs?

34:49 - Critical Funding Challenges: Chinese Investors Poised to Take Advantage as Western OEMs Face Tough Financing Environment

37:25 - Uncertainty Surrounding Future Lithium Projects: Will Goulamina and James Bay Move Forward Amidst Current Market Volatility?

#lithium #electricvehicles
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Intro and outro audio credit: Jamie Klein

Saturday Jan 20, 2024

Rock Stock Recap E7: Peak Pessimism?!

Saturday Jan 20, 2024

INDEX:
0:35 - Howard and Rodney Reflect on Five-Year Partnership and Launch of First Podcast

3:10 - Analyzing Lithium Market Trends: A Year-by-Year Review and Predictions for 2024

6:09 - Examining the Roots of Lithium Euphoria's Demise and the Emergence of Pessimistic Outlook: Will it Spark the Next Bull Market?

8:03 - Reflecting on Past Predictions: Are Faster Price Declines Indicators of a Quicker Recovery in the Lithium Market?

9:56 - Argentina's Lithium Outlook Brightens: New Market Players Enter as Lithium America's Argentina Hits Production Milestone

12:05 - Ganfeng's Role as a Lithium Rally Indicator: Will Their Spot Carbonate Price Predict Broader Market Trends in 2024?

12:36 - Scrutinizing Lithium Industry Giants: Q4 Results to Reveal Potential Production Cuts and Growth Capex Adjustments

14:38 - Is Lithium Industry Facing Peak Pessimism? Analysts Reflect on the Ongoing Bull vs. Bear Debate Amid Downgrades and Market Trends

18:18 - Addressing the Lithium Supply-Demand Paradox: How Has the Market Caught Up, and Is the Investment Case for EVs Still Intact?

20:17 Evaluating Challenges in Low-Grade Lepidolite Extraction: Implications for the Lithium Market Amid Price Fluctuations

25:19 - Spodumene Mines at Risk: Potential 500,000 Ton Reduction and Oversupply Concerns in the Lithium Market

26:44 - Potential Lithium Production Cutbacks: 65,000 Ton Reduction, Highlighting Ganfeng Pilbara Deal as a Key Indicator

29:06 - Implications of Lower Lithium Prices on Operations: Cash Flow Challenges and the Likelihood of Mines Going Offline

30:24 - Q4 Results Impact on Lithium Industry: Albemarle's CapEx, Pilbara's Response, and Continued Supply Challenges

32:03 - Market Perception: Mixed Views on Imminent Turnaround, Eyes on Key Players Arcadium, Albemarle, and SQM

33:07 - Potential Panic in the Market: Analysts Predict Scramble for Material as Operations Consider Care and Maintenance

34:55 - Can Chinese Operators Sustain Production Amid Losses? Questioning the Viability of Prolonged Production at Current Price Levels

36:46 - Anticipating a Demand Bump: The Likelihood of Increased EV Sales and Gigawatt Hours Deployed in the Coming Years

38:52 - Election Year Uncertainty: Potential Volatility and Market Impact Amid Political Developments

46:05 - Investment Dilemma: To Double Down on Uranium or Average Down in Lithium? Evaluating Western Australia's Hard Rock Projects, M&A Trends, and the Role of Argentina and SQM in the Evolving Market

48:04 - The Future of Lithium: Emphasizing Structural Deficit Amidst Solar and Battery Storage Growth

52:08 Competitive Tension: Brazil, Africa, and Argentina Face Off Against China Dominance in Lithium Market, Q1 Catalysts Awaited for Corporate Strategic Demand

55:05 - Caution on Acquisitions: Companies Likely to Focus on Organic Growth Plans Despite Market Dynamics

57:14 - Impact of COVID-19 on Cost Curve and Profitability

57:58 - Examining Stability and Cost Competitiveness of Lithium Production Amid Market Dynamics

#lithium #electricvehicles
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Intro and outro audio credit: Jamie Klein