Latest Lithium Sector News

Sayona Mining’s recent scoping study for its North American Lithium operation reveals a significant expansion, boosting production capacity and reducing costs while delivering robust financial returns.

Global Lithium Resources Limited has clarified that recent spikes in its share price and trading volume are linked to previously announced project developments, not undisclosed information.

Trading in Jindalee Lithium Limited shares has resumed following the company’s announcement of a potential merger, signaling a pivotal moment for the lithium miner.

Jindalee Lithium has signed a non-binding LOI to merge its US lithium assets with a US SPAC, aiming to list on a national exchange and unlock significant funding for its McDermitt Project.

Astute Metals reports a significant lithium-in-soil anomaly at its Red Mountain Extension project in Nevada, with soil grades up to 1,080ppm and rock chip samples confirming bedrock mineralisation up to 2,690ppm. The company is streamlining its Nevada claims to focus capital on this promising discovery.

Sayona Mining has completed its merger with Piedmont Lithium, creating a new lithium entity with equal ownership and a refreshed board. The combined company, soon to be renamed Elevra Lithium, aims to strengthen its position in the global energy transition.

WestStar Industrial reports a 36% revenue decline and a $3.4 million net loss in FY25, driven by reduced activity at SIMPEC. New contract wins post-year-end signal a potential turnaround for FY26.

Sayona Mining delivered record lithium production and sales in FY25 but reported a $382 million loss due to asset impairments amid falling lithium prices. The company is poised for transformation with its imminent merger with Piedmont Lithium.

Cosmos Exploration’s optioned entity, EAU Lithium, has agreed to acquire a fully constructed pilot plant from Vulcan Energy Resources to advance lithium extraction testing in Bolivia. This move strengthens Cosmos’ strategic foothold in one of the world’s most promising lithium regions.

Wesfarmers delivered a solid FY25 with revenue rising 3.4% to $45.7 billion and net profit after tax up 14.4%, driven by strong performances in Bunnings and Kmart. The company announced increased dividends and a proposed capital return, while navigating challenges in its lithium business and ongoing cost pressures.

Piedmont Lithium Inc. has halted trading on the ASX as it finalises a merger with Sayona Mining Limited, marking a significant restructuring in the lithium mining sector.

Galan Lithium has cleared all hurdles for a $20 million placement to Clean Elements Fund, unlocking funding to complete Phase 1 of its Hombre Muerto West lithium project with production slated for early 2026.