As we stand on the precipice of a transportation revolution, there's an undercurrent that many investors are bypassing because everyone's talking about electric vehicles (EVs)…
You've likely heard how giants like Ford, General Motors, and Volkswagen are all racing towards a future where their fleets are predominantly, if not entirely, electric.
By 2035, this vision might just become a reality. While this shift is monumental, another aspect of this narrative that's been largely overlooked but holds seismic potential for smart investors is battery metals.
The EV Transition: Powered By Battery Metals
Having closely observed the EV landscape for over a decade, it's evident that EVs are moving from the fringes to the forefront.
This transition isn't just about the vehicles; it's equally about the components that power them.
Yes, investing in major EV players is an option, but it's like panning for gold and ignoring the tools required for the process. Every one of those anticipated 239 million EVs in America, not to mention the 350 global EV variants, will need a specific arsenal of battery metals.
Now, consider this: Stock-picking legend Matt McCall flagged the potential of battery metals back in 2009.
Since then, the value of lithium alone skyrocketed by over 900%. Numerous battery stocks have seen exponential growth during this period.
But, here's the catch – the trend isn't even close to its peak.
Battery Metal Demand Set to Skyrocket
Every upcoming EV will demand a mix of these battery metals, from lithium to the more elusive cobalt. Currently, the supply isn't even close to meeting the burgeoning demand.
Forecasts suggest the lithium market alone could see an annual growth rate of 8% over the next six years, pushing its valuation from $27 billion to a staggering $155 billion by 2028. If we cast the net wider and look at the entire battery market, Morgan Stanley's predictions place it at a whopping $525 billion by 2040.
So, what does this mean for investors? While the spotlight shines brightly on EV manufacturers, the real goldmine might just be in the shadows – in the battery metals sector. It's a 10X opportunity waiting in the wings.
To seasoned investors and those new to the game, while EVs represent the future of transportation, battery stocks are the unsung heroes powering this revolution. The adage goes, “When everyone is digging for gold, it's the time to sell shovels.”
In the context of the EV boom, battery metals are those invaluable shovels. It's a market brimming with potential and might just be the investment opportunity of the decade you don't want to miss out on.
Profit Sector Research
