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</div>Dublin, Aug. 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The <a href="https://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/5909467/lithium-ion-battery-materials-market-battery?utm_source=GNE&amp;utm_medium=PressRelease&amp;utm_code=t39kvf&amp;utm_campaign=2323466+-+Lithium-Ion+Battery+Materials+Market+Report+2026%3a+Global+Opportunities+and+Revenue+Outlook+to+2030&amp;utm_exec=jocamsai" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" title="Lithium-Ion Battery Materials Market by Battery Chemistry, Material, Application &amp; Region - Global Forecast to 2030">"Lithium-Ion Battery Materials Market by Battery Chemistry, Material, Application &amp; Region - Global Forecast to 2030"</a> has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The global lithium-ion battery materials market is projected to grow from USD 48.29 billion in 2025 to USD 95.34 billion by 2030, registering a compound annual growth rate of 14.6% during the forecast period. Market growth is being driven by accelerating electrification, expanding electric vehicle production, renewable energy storage deployment, and sustained demand for consumer electronics. <img alt="" height="400" src="//www.researchandmarkets.com/content-images/2477/2477993/1/lithium-ion-battery-materials-market.png" width="600" /> Electric vehicles require substantial volumes of cathode materials, anode materials, electrolytes, and other advanced battery components. Government policies supporting low-emission transportation and clean energy infrastructure are further increasing demand for nickel-rich cathodes, silicon-enhanced anodes, and advanced electrolytes. Investment in solid-state electrolytes and next-generation anode materials is expected to support improvements in energy density, battery life, and safety. Battery manufacturers and materials suppliers are also expanding recycling programs and developing more sustainable supply chains to reduce exposure to concentrated and volatile sources of lithium, cobalt, nickel, and natural graphite while addressing environmental concerns. Electrolytes Expected to Be the Fastest-Growing Battery Materials Segment By battery material, the electrolyte segment is estimated to record the fastest value growth in the lithium-ion battery materials market during the forecast period. Demand from electric vehicles, portable electronics, and energy storage systems is encouraging manufacturers to develop electrolyte products with higher ionic conductivity, improved thermal stability, and compatibility with emerging battery technologies. Investment in solid-state electrolyte technology is accelerating because of its potential to deliver greater safety and higher energy density than conventional liquid electrolytes. Automotive companies, battery manufacturers, and materials developers are advancing commercialization initiatives, while expanding production capacity and research and development budgets are expected to strengthen the segment's contribution to overall market value. Lithium Iron Phosphate to Lead Battery Chemistry Growth By battery chemistry, lithium iron phosphate is projected to be the fastest-growing segment during the forecast period. LFP batteries offer strong thermal stability, extended cycle life, and lower production costs compared with nickel-manganese-cobalt and lithium cobalt oxide chemistries. These characteristics are supporting wider LFP adoption in mass-market electric vehicles and grid-scale energy storage applications where safety and lifecycle economics are critical. Government electrification policies and expanding manufacturing capacity across Asia Pacific are also increasing investment in LFP production and adoption, creating significant opportunities for lithium-ion battery materials suppliers. Electric Vehicles to Remain the Fastest-Growing Application By application, the electric vehicle segment is expected to register the fastest growth. Rising adoption of electrified mobility and regulations targeting carbon-emission reductions are increasing demand for lithium, nickel, cobalt, advanced cathode materials, and next-generation anode designs. Battery material consumption is expanding as automotive manufacturers introduce more electrified passenger cars and commercial vehicles. Government incentives, stricter emissions standards, and increasing consumer demand for lower-emission transportation are expected to sustain market growth throughout the forecast period. Europe Projected to Register the Fastest Value Growth Europe is forecast to achieve the fastest value growth in the lithium-ion battery materials market. Strategic policy support, rapid electric transportation development, and increased domestic battery manufacturing are strengthening regional demand. European governments and the European Union have established ambitious decarbonization and electrification targets that support electric vehicle adoption and energy storage deployment. The establishment and expansion of gigafactories, together with investments by global battery manufacturers in localized production, are reinforcing market momentum in countries including Germany and Hungary. Regulatory frameworks supporting made-in-Europe supply chains and incentives for clean energy technologies are designed to reduce import dependence and improve regional supply security. Continued battery technology development and industrial demand for critical raw materials are expected to accelerate market expansion. Competitive Landscape Leading companies are using agreements, joint ventures, capacity expansions, partnerships, and acquisitions to increase market share and revenue. Major lithium-ion battery materials market participants include Umicore (Belgium), Sumitomo Metal Mining Co., Ltd. (Japan), BASF (Germany), POSCO Future M (South Korea), Tanaka Chemical Corporation (Japan), Toda Kogyo Corp. (Japan), Resonac Holdings Corporation (Japan), LANDF Corp (China), JFE Chemical Corporation (China), 3M (US), SGL Carbon (Germany), NEI Corporation (US), BTR New Materials Group Co., Ltd. (China), UBE Corporation (Japan), Kuraray Co., Ltd. (Japan), Shenzhen Dynanonic Co., Ltd. (China), Huayou Cobalt Co., Ltd. (China), American Elements (US), and Morita Chemical Industries Co., Ltd. (Japan). Research Scope and Market Insights The research segments and forecasts the lithium-ion battery materials market by type, group, application, and region. It profiles key market players, evaluates market shares and core competencies, and tracks competitive developments including expansions, partnerships, agreements, joint ventures, and acquisitions. The report examines the principal factors shaping market performance: <ul><li>Growth drivers: Increasing electric vehicle adoption and surging consumer electronics demand.</li><li>Market restraints: Safety concerns associated with lithium-ion battery-powered devices, procurement risks caused by concentrated supplies of lithium, cobalt, and natural graphite, and the availability of substitute technologies.</li><li>Market opportunities: Declining lithium-ion battery prices, growing research and development investment, battery performance upgrades, recycling, second-life material recovery, and circular supply models.</li><li>Market challenges: Fluctuating raw material prices and supply-chain exposure.</li><li>Product development and innovation: Emerging technologies and research and development activities across battery materials.</li><li>Market development: Regional analysis identifying high-growth and commercially attractive markets.</li><li>Market diversification: New products, material types, untapped geographies, recent industry developments, and investments.</li><li>Competitive assessment: Analysis of company market shares, growth strategies, capabilities, and product offerings.</li></ul> Key Attributes <table style="border-collapse: collapse; width:100%; border-collapse:collapse ;"><tr><td style="border-top: solid black 1pt ; border-right: solid black 1pt ; border-left: solid black 1pt ; ">Report Attribute</td><td style="border-top: solid black 1pt ; border-right: solid black 1pt ; ">Details</td></tr><tr><td style="border-top: solid black 1pt ; border-right: solid black 1pt ; border-left: solid black 1pt ; ">No. of Pages</td><td style="border-top: solid black 1pt ; border-right: solid black 1pt ; ">258</td></tr><tr><td style="border-top: solid black 1pt ; border-right: solid black 1pt ; border-left: solid black 1pt ; ">Forecast Period</td><td style="border-top: solid black 1pt ; border-right: solid black 1pt ; ">2025-2030</td></tr><tr><td style="border-top: solid black 1pt ; border-right: solid black 1pt ; border-left: solid black 1pt ; ">Estimated Market Value (USD) in 2025</td><td style="border-top: solid black 1pt ; border-right: solid black 1pt ; ">$48.29 Billion</td></tr><tr><td style="border-top: solid black 1pt ; border-right: solid black 1pt ; border-left: solid black 1pt ; ">Forecasted Market Value (USD) by 2030</td><td style="border-top: solid black 1pt ; border-right: solid black 1pt ; ">$95.34 Billion</td></tr><tr><td style="border-top: solid black 1pt ; border-right: solid black 1pt ; border-left: solid black 1pt ; ">Compound Annual Growth Rate</td><td style="border-top: solid black 1pt ; border-right: solid black 1pt ; ">14.6%</td></tr><tr><td style="border-top: solid black 1pt ; border-right: solid black 1pt ; border-bottom: solid black 1pt ; border-left: solid black 1pt ; ">Regions Covered</td><td style="border-top: solid black 1pt ; border-right: solid black 1pt ; border-bottom: solid black 1pt ; ">Global</td></tr></table> For more information about this report visit <a href="https://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/5909467/lithium-ion-battery-materials-market-battery?utm_source=GNE&amp;utm_medium=PressRelease&amp;utm_code=t39kvf&amp;utm_campaign=2323466+-+Lithium-Ion+Battery+Materials+Market+Report+2026%3a+Global+Opportunities+and+Revenue+Outlook+to+2030&amp;utm_exec=jocamsai" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" title="">https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/i2340z</a> About ResearchAndMarkets.com ResearchAndMarkets.com is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. 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