Lithium futures price maintained an upward trajectory after reports of faster-than-expected EV adoption rates in Southeast Asia, signaling broadening demand sources. Electric vehicles should power demand for Albemarle's lithium production. FILE PHOTO: Displays of lithium hydroxide monohydrate, battery grade lithium carbonate and jadarite sit in a glass case at the booth of a mining company during the China International Supply Chain Expo in Beijing, China July 16, 2025. REUTERS/Florence Lo/File Photo Purchase Licensing Rights , opens new tab Following a surge in EV registrations in Europe, lithium futures price firmed to $13,280/ton. Commodity strategists warn of potential volatility if Chilean output revisions confirm lower production.
