ASSESSMENTS
Why Cashing in on Lithium in South America Won't Be Easy
Jun 15, 2018 | 09:00 GMT

As battery technology grows in importance to a wide variety of products, some countries will become poised to profit off the lithium used in rechargeable batteries.
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Highlights
- Argentina, Bolivia and Chile will increase in importance as the global demand for lithium rises.
- Political, logistical and regulatory challenges will prevent the three countries from developing their lithium reserves to their full potential.
- Because of Chile's quotas and Argentina's shift in economic outlook, Chile is likely to benefit most from the larger global demand for lithium.
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