DRC Explores Export Quotas to Stabilize Cobalt Prices
The Democratic Republic of Congo, the world’s leading cobalt producer, is exploring options to boost the price of the battery metal, including the potential implementation of export quotas. This move comes as cobalt prices have plummeted by two-thirds since mid-2022 due to an oversupply situation exacerbated by excessive production from Congo, which accounts for about 75% of global cobalt supply. President Felix Tshisekedi has expressed concerns about the price slump and has tasked the government with investigating measures to ensure a fair price for cobalt. The government is now seeking…
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