Lithium Daily: Lithium prices maintain momentum, and refineries have outage plans in Feb

Source: Mysteel Jan 22, 2026 09:25

For lithium carbonate, the futures price maintained momentum, while the downstream players were wait-and-see and purchased on demand. In addition, there is possibility that lithium refineries will carry out maintenance plans in the near future, leading to a potential reduction in supply. Currently, the LFP cathode plants generally maintain a high operating rate. Attention will be focused on whether production schedules may be reduced in February due to the impact of the Chinese New Year holiday.

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