2025-06-11-Bernstein-全球储能_LMR会是LFP的杀手吗_21页_937kb

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Energy Density: LMR offers higher energy density (300-320 Wh/kg) compared to LFP (200-240 Wh/kg), a 35% improvement.
Cost: Theoretical cost is $55/kWh (15% higher than LFP), cheaper than NMC ($68/kWh).
Composition: Cobalt-free and manganese-rich (60-70% Mn), reducing reliance on scarce resources.
Safety: Less prone to thermal runaway than NMC but slightly less stable than LFP.
Recyclability: Better end-of-life recycling potential than LFP.

Timeline: Korean and European companies aim for mass production by 2025-2028.
Producers: POSCO Future M (2025), Umicore (2026), GM-LGES (2028).
Advantages: Utilizes existing NMC production lines, reducing capital investment.

China Dominance: LFP dominates China’s EV market (68% market share).
Global Adoption: LMR targets entry-level EVs in Western markets due to higher energy density and cost-effectiveness.
Competitors: Hybrid battery packs (e.g., CATL) are seen as a better alternative.

LMR Potential: Suitable for mid-range EVs and storage applications.
LFP Strength: Lower cost and safety make it ideal for budget EVs in China and globally.
Recommendations: Underperform rating for POSCO Future M, Market-Perform for LGES, and top pick CATL due to hybrid pack technology.

LMR: Relies on manganese (lower cost, stable supply) and avoids cobalt/nickel scarcity.
LFP: Limited Western supply chain due to reliance on Chinese iron phosphate inventory.

LMR offers a balance between LFP and NMC but falls short of NMC’s true advantages.
While promising for cost-effective EVs outside China, LFP remains dominant due to lower cost and established supply chains.

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