Cathode & pCAM

The industry's definitive source of cathode pricing and supply chain data, covering cathode active materials (CAM) and precursor cathode active materials (pCAM). Unrivalled visibility of prices, costs, supply, demand and capacity.

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Why do companies trust Benchmark's Cathode & pCAM Service?

To fulfil growing demand from the energy transition, cathode industry stakeholders must deploy investment, develop growth strategies and identify commercial opportunities. However, the market is complex, volatile and opaque.

Benchmark enables informed decisions through actionable, proprietary supply chain data and intelligence - from mine to grid.

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Bespoke support

Gain direct, year-round access to Benchmark’s expert analysts for context beyond the numbers and bespoke support.

Specialist expertise

Our unparalleled cathode intelligence is underpinned by more than a decade of specialisation and first-hand research through our global supply chain network.

Mine-to-grid coverage

We are proud to offer the greatest depth and breadth of intelligence across energy transition supply chains, fully integrated from mine to grid.

Trusted by leaders

Our insights are called upon by the world’s top decision-makers - including the US Senate, UK Parliament, and Canadian House of Commons.

What is included in Benchmark’s Cathode & pCAM Service?

Cathode Price Assessments

IOSCO-assured monthly cathode prices with supply/demand commentary to support procurement, investment, and contract decisions. Capacity pipeline data split by company and region.

Cathode & pCAM Supply Chain Data

Quarterly forecast of global CAM supply and demand, including production, consumption, inventory and prices. Dynamic CAM cost models. Monthly CAM and pCAM capacity pipeline, verified by industry-first geospatial satellite analysis.

Analyst access

Year-round access to Benchmark's analyst team for expert thought leadership and bespoke guidance to inform your business decisions in the cathode sector.

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See the Cathode Supply Chain in Full

Benchmark’s supply chain data, and expert analysts cut through the complexity, helping you understand market dynamics, spot opportunities, and manage risk. As a subscriber, you’ll have direct access to our analysts for tailored answers to your business questions.

Navigate the supply chain with confidence.

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Benchmark's access and integration toolkit enables optimised use of our price data, in the format best suited to your business.

Need a more bespoke approach?

Benchmark Mineral Intelligence delivers bespoke consultancy solutions, empowering your business to address complex commercial decisions including:

  • Acquisitions

  • Divestitures

  • Expansions of operations

  • Company sustainability strategy

  • Life-cycle assessments

  • Expert witness services

Leverage Benchmark's deep industry knowledge to guide tailored project execution to drive your business forward.

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What will I receive with the Cathode & pCAM Service?

Benchmark’s Cathode & pCAM Service provides independent cathode price assessments and supply chain data covering supply, demand, prices, costs, capacity pipelines, and more. Our in-depth analysis is enriched by direct access to our expert analyst team.

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