North America Market Outlook
Battery Metals and Materials
Detailed research and analysis from experts
Significant long-term opportunities exist along the value chain as more supportive legislation drives electric vehicle growth, with greater awareness of ESG pressures. SFA (Oxford) is working with automakers and industry associations as well as battery component manufacturers who need to understand long-term supply aspects. Our insightful North America Battery Metals study for investors and stakeholders targets market risks, opportunities and challenges, and investigates the North American supply chain and trade flows of the critical elements needed from mining to precursor production and OEM production. As this market rapidly expands, SFA can help you make the best decisions.
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Thomas Chandler
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Lakshya Gupta
Senior Market Analyst: Battery Materials and Technologies
Adele Rouleau
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Dr Sandeep Kaler
Market Strategy Analyst
Rj Coetzee
Senior Market Analyst: Battery Materials and Technologies
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