Cobalt Shortages to Persist Through 2030 as Congo Curbs Tighten Supply
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March 17, 2026
Cobalt markets are bracing for prolonged shortages, with supply constraints driven by production curbs in the Democratic Republic of Congo expected to last through 2030. The region, which accounts for over 70% of global cobalt output, has implemented stricter export controls and mining regulations, intensifying pressure on a metal critical for electric vehicle batteries. These […]
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