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Cobalt prices should benefit from strong demand

We have been positive on the outlook for cobalt demand for some time but, if anything, prospects are continuing to improve. Lithium-ion batteries, the majority of which contain cobalt, are rapidly increasing market share. At the same time, growth in cobalt supply is likely to slow.


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