In this episode, we provide an update on Lithium Universe following our initial interview with Chairman Iggy Tan last November. Significant progress has been made with plans to construct a lithium refinery in Bécancour, Quebec, with the company's stock trading on the Australian Stock Exchange under the ticker LU7. Key developments include the completion of a definitive feasibility study (DFS) and securing strategic partnerships. We delve into the potential benefits of the project, its competitive edge due to low power costs in Quebec, and the current economic and political influences on the supply chain. Rodney and Howard discuss the next steps towards funding, partnerships, and off-take agreements, while Iggy elaborates on the company's strategy and market outlook amidst ever-changing lithium prices.
CHAPTERS 📖 (00:00) Introduction (02:58) The Need for North American Conversion Facilities (04:35) Completion of Definitive Feasibility Study (DFS) (07:18) Potential Government Grants and Incentives (08:13) Environmental and Permitting Considerations (09:43) Project Timeline and Construction Plan (10:34) Securing Strategic Partners and Offtake Agreements (11:14) China’s Ban on Lithium Processing Technology (13:03) Fixed-Price Equipment Contracts and Inflation Protection (14:20) Lithium Market Trends and Recovery Projections (15:31) Spodumene Price Effect on Margin Split (17:22) Byproducts and Secondary Revenue Streams (19:17) Future Demand Drivers and Market Outlook (22:42) US-Canada Trade Policies and Tariffs Impact (26:47) Lithium Market Cycles and Investor Sentiment (28:46) Strategic Partnerships and OEM Engagements (31:29) Closing Remarks
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DISCLAIMER
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Rodney and Howard are not financial advisors nor broker-dealers, this video is for information purposes only and should not be considered investment or financial advice. Please do your own independent research and read the disclaimer at the end of the video or on RK Equity’s website https://www.rkequity.com
Intro and outro audio credit: Jamie Klein