solid-state batteries

At PDAC 2025, Eric Sprott shared his investment philosophy, emphasizing value recognition, patience, and navigating market inefficiencies. He criticized major banks’ shorting practices, citing global regulatory failures, and highlighted gold and silver’s potential amid ongoing market manipulation. Sprott discussed investment strategies, stressing due diligence in resource analysis and undervalued mining stocks. With gold nearing $3,000 and bullish long-term forecasts, he sees opportunities in metals like manganese for solid-state batteries. He advised mining professionals to embrace risk and research deeply. His insights provide a roadmap for navigating the mining sector’s volatility and identifying overlooked value in resource investments. [more]

This article delves into the “Global EV Outlook 2024” by the International Energy Agency (IEA), offering an in-depth analysis of the electric vehicle (EV) industry’s current state and potential future. Highlighting a 35% growth in EV sales in 2023 and the expansion of charging infrastructures, it underscores the technological, regulatory, and market dynamics shaping the sector. The report stresses the critical roles of affordability, government incentives, and technological advancements in batteries and charging technologies in driving the adoption and sustainability of electric vehicles globally. [more]