Upstream volatility driving shifts: Cathode Q1 2026 Price Review
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The CAM market recorded a strong first quarter, with prices rising sharply throughout January and February before stabilising in March as feedstock volatility eased and battery demand remained steady. Benchmark data shows that LFP CAM prices increased by ~38% between mid-January and mid-March, whilst NCM811 rose by ~25% over the same period.