The Economics of Lithium-Ion Battery Pricing

Source: GreenTech Pastures, Heather Clancy (7/26/12)

"New research from McKinsey & Co. suggests that lithium-ion batteries need to cost about $250 per kilowatt-hour in order for automakers to design and manufacture electric vehicles that are priced competitively."

GreenTech Pastures, Heather Clancy

I've already written two other stories about electric vehicles this week, why not a third?

Today's rant actually is about something with far broader ramifications: pricing for lithium-ion battery technology, which is important not just for electric vehicles but for applications in energy storage and, of course, all the mobile gadgets that most of us cannot live without.

New research from McKinsey & Co. (registration required) takes a deep look at this issue, suggesting that lithium-ion batteries need to cost about $250 per kilowatt-hour in order for automakers to design and manufacture electric vehicles (specifically all-electric passenger sedans) that are priced competitively (from a total cost of ownership perspective) to vehicles that use advanced internal-combustion technologies. . .View Full Article

Is This Lithium Co. Poised for Premium Valuation?
Source: Ben Pirie (02/17/2026)

Atlas Critical Minerals Corp. (ATCX; NASDAQ) might benefit from supply chain diversification amid geopolitical tensions and the near-term assembly of its lithium processing plant, noted an H.C. Wainwright & Co. research note.

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Source: Streetwise Reports (01/20/2026)

Atlas Critical Minerals Corporation (ATCX:NASDAQ) began trading on Nasdaq on January 9, 2026, with a diversified critical minerals portfolio spanning rare earths, graphite, uranium, and iron ore. The company controls more than 218,000 hectares of mineral rights across Brazil, positioning it at the center of global supply chain realignment.

Altius Makes Big Bet on Lithium
Source: Adrian Day (01/05/2026)

The dearth in company news continued over the holiday week, though there was significant news on one of Global Analyst Adrian Day's core holdings. Day also discusses the silver market.

Final Stages of Contracting Talks Signal Major Progress at High-Grade Lithium Project
Source: Streetwise Reports (12/29/2025)

Atlas Lithium Corp. (ATLX:NASDAQ) has entered the final stage of project management contracting for its flagship Neves Project in Brazil's Lithium Valley. The move follows key permit approvals and the delivery of a fully- paid processing plant to Brazil.

High-Interest Lithium Project Announces Significant Milestone
Source: Streetwise Reports (12/26/2025)

Atlas Lithium Corp. (ATLX:NASDAQ) has entered the last phase of contractor selection for its Neves Project in Brazil's Lithium Valley. The company cited strong industry engagement and a fully delivered plant as key factors in advancing toward production.