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Chilean Lithium Project Draws Investors Despite Metal Rout

CleanTech Lithium Plc is seeking a partner for its flagship project in Chile while preparing for a listing in Australia, according to Bloomberg. The company’s chief executive said investor interest is increasing even after a sharp decline in prices for lithium, a battery metal.

CleanTech Lithium Plc is lining up a partner for its flagship project in Chile, according to Bloomberg. The company is also preparing for an Australian listing.

The effort comes after a sharp pullback in prices for lithium, which Bloomberg described as a battery metal. The report did not provide the project’s name, the identity of potential partners, or details of the proposed listing.

CleanTech’s chief executive said investor interest is building despite the decline in lithium prices. The source did not specify how many investors are involved, what commitments have been made, or when a partnership or listing might occur.

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Bloomberg — Chilean Lithium Project Draws Investors Despite Metal Rout