The following summary explores the key developments in the EV battery sector, examining how falling prices, China's growing competitive advantage, and the rise of lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) technology are reshaping the industry's future. . Global lithium iron phosphate (LFP) prices declined across most major regions during the third quarter of 2025, according to IMARC Group's latest publication, “ Lithium Iron Phosphate Prices, Trend, Index and Forecast Data Report 2025 Edition” with updated insights for Q3 2025. The market softened. . Lithium-ion (Li-ion) EV battery prices have decreased dramatically over the past few years, mainly due to the fall in prices of critical battery metals: Lithium, cobalt and nickel. For example, the price of cobalt has fallen from roughly $70,000 per metric ton in 2022 to about $30,000 in 2024. . Get the latest insights on price movement and trend analysis of Lithium Iron Phosphate in different regions across the world (Asia, Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa). Lithium Iron Phosphate Prices Outlook Q3 202 Stay updated with the latest Lithium Iron Phosphate. . Customs data shows that in November 2025, China's spodumene imports reached 729,000 physical tons, a month-on-month increase of 12%, equivalent to approximately 81,000 tons of lithium carbonate equivalent (LCE) based on SMM's statistical calculations after accounting for average grade and moisture. . IEA report highlights major shifts in EV battery prices, rising LFP adoption, and China's increasing dominance in global manufacturing. Demand for EV batteries grew to over 950 GWh – 25% more than in 2023. Tanaonte/iStock / Getty Images Plus The electric vehicle (EV) transformation continues to. . The analysis from Taipei-based intelligence provider TrendForce finds that the average price for lithium iron phosphate (LFP) energy storage system cells continued to slide in August, reaching CNY 0. Meanwhile, demand for large capacity cells continued to grow at a steady pace.