<div id="readability-page-1"><div><div> Distributed on behalf of NOA Lithium Brines Inc. Lithium is once again emerging as a major investment theme—and for good reason. For one, , lithium remains one of the most strategically important commodities driving the global transition to electric vehicles (EVs), renewable energy, and large-scale energy storage. Two, demand for lithium continues to accelerate, while supply is tightening—creating a compelling setup for investors, creating opportunity for stocks, such as NOA Lithium Brines Inc. (TSXV: NOAL), Albemarle (NYSE: ALB), Atlas Lithium (NASDAQ: ATLX), Sigma Lithium (NASDAQ: SGML) (TSXV: SGML), and Standard Lithium (NYSEAMERICAN: SLI) (TSXV: SLI). In addition, according to Canaccord analysts, lithum markets could fall into a deficit this year, and remain there until at least 2035. The firm is calling for “significant investment in new supply” over the long-term, even without further supply disruptions. According to Wood Mackenzie, global lithium demand could exceed 13 million tonnes by 2050 if the world accelerates its shift toward clean energy. More importantly, the firm warns that supply may struggle to keep pace much sooner than expected. “The lithium market is heading into a supply crunch much sooner than many industry players expect,” said Allan Pedersen. “Under ambitious climate scenarios, we see deficits emerging from 2028. The industry needs to act now as governments advance toward Net Zero policies.” Wood Mackenzie also emphasized that lithium is irreplaceable in the energy transition, making the supply-demand imbalance even more critical, creating substantial investment opportunities for the companies mentioned. Look at NOA Lithium Brines Inc. (TSXV: NOAL), For Example. NOA Lithium Brines Inc. (TSX-V: NOAL) just announced that its drilling contractor has commenced mobilization to site for the Company’s upcoming 2026 exploration drilling campaign at its flagship Rio Grande Project in Salta Province, Argentina. These drilling activities are part of the plan to complete a Preliminary Feasibility Study for the Project by year-end 2026. Drilling operations are expected to commence in the next month. As part of this program, NOA is pleased to report that site preparation activities and site preparation activities are already underway to support the start of drilling on schedule. NOA’s Chief Executive Officer, Gabriel Rubacha states: “This mobilization marks the start of a key phase of fieldwork at Rio Grande as we work toward the PFS. Our 2026 program is focused on collecting the data needed to refine our hydrogeological and resource models and to advance the project through the next stage of technical studies.” In this initial stage, the Company plans to drill exploratory wells near diamond drill holes DDH-RG23- 001 (Sulfa X) and DDH-RG23-004 (El Camino II). The program is designed to evaluate the hydraulic parameters of deep brine-bearing aquifers and to support ongoing refinement of the hydrogeological and resource models, as the Project progresses toward more advanced technical and economic studies. The drill program has been reviewed and approved by Montgomery &amp; Associates, which is currently preparing the water balance of the project and will participate in the preparation of the PFS of the Project. Other related developments from around the markets include: Albemarle, a global leader in providing essential elements for mobility, energy, connectivity and health, will release its first quarter 2026 earnins on Wednesday, May 6. For the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2025. &#34;Our results for the fourth quarter and full year 2025 are a testament to our team's focus on execution amid dynamic market conditions. Albemarle achieved year-over-year sales growth of more than 15% in the fourth quarter, as well as strong full-year cash flow generation and significant cost and productivity improvements,&#34; said Kent Masters, Chairman and CEO. &#34;The steps we have taken to optimize our asset portfolio, reduce costs and strengthen our financial flexibility have improved our competitive position. Even as market conditions improve, we continue to drive cost reduction and productivity actions to enable long-term growth, powered by our world-class resources.&#34; Atlas Lithium, a leading lithium exploration and development company, announced that its 100%-owned Neves Project in Brazil’s Lithium Valley is named in the Joint Fact Sheet for Japan-U.S. Critical Minerals Project Cooperation and is the only Brazil-based lithium project named in such list. The Joint Fact Sheet was released on March 20, 2026 by Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry together with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan. Notably, the Joint Fact Sheet states that the Government of Japan and the Government of United States are considering financial support for the purpose of development of the Neves Project. The Joint Fact Sheet follows the U.S.-Japan Critical Minerals Investment Ministerial held on March 14, 2026, in Tokyo among the U.S. Department of the Interior, the U.S. Department of Energy, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and Japan’s METI. It also follows the summit held between Japan’s Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi, and U.S. President, Donald Trump, on March 19, 2026. Both governments have set out an action plan towards strengthening secure and diversified critical minerals supply chains for Japan, the United States, and global markets, building upon the Framework for Securing the Supply of Critical Minerals and Rare Earths through Mining and Processing signed on October 28, 2025, in Tokyo. The Joint Fact Sheet lists projects that can potentially contribute towards strengthening the critical minerals supply chain, including the Atlas Lithium Neves Project. Sigma Lithium, the largest producer of lithium oxide concentrates in the Americas¹ and dedicated to industrializing socially and environmentally sustainable lithium materials to supply global producers of batteries for energy security, announces the Company’s results for the three months and the twelve months ended December 31, 2025 and provided an update on recent developments. In 4Q25, the Company generated cash from operations of US$31 million, comprising inflows of US$41 million less cash operating costs of US$10 million. At the end of 4Q25, the Company’s had cash and cash equivalents of US$6.2 million, which was up slightly from US$6.1 million at the end of 3Q25, as the company used a substantial amount of the cash generated for debt repayment. In 1Q26, cash inflows were US$35 million, primarily from sales of high-purity lithium oxide fines, and cash and equivalents as of March 30, 2026 were US$12 million. In 2Q26, Sigma Lithium’s expected cash inflows are US$96 million, including US$83 million from the Company’s two offtake agreements and US$14 million in proceeds from sales of high-purity lithium oxide fines made in 1Q26. Standard Lithium Ltd., a leading near-commercial lithium company, announced its financial and operating results for the three-month and full year periods ended December 31, 2025. “We had a busy and productive fourth quarter as we advanced and completed multiple important milestones and deliverables for the Company,” said David Park, Chief Executive Officer and Director of Standard Lithium. “We filed a positive Definitive Feasibility Study for the SWA Project, and a Maiden Inferred Resource for our first project in East Texas, the Franklin Project. We received a key final regulatory approval for the SWA Project from the Arkansas Oil and Gas Commission. And we continued to strengthen and de-risk our own financial position, while progressing the Export Credit Agency led project financing for the SWA Project.” In addition, “To begin this year, we have been working diligently to advance the remaining workstreams required to reach FID for the SWA Project. We have made meaningful progress on all fronts, including the signing of our first binding commercial offtake agreement with Trafigura. We will continue to provide project updates as we conclude this work. Our plan for 2026 is to approve FID and begin construction at the SWA Project, and to continue to improve the definition of our position and expand our leasehold footprint in East Texas.” Legal Disclaimer / Except for the historical information presented herein, matters discussed in this article contains forward-looking statements that are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such statements. Winning Media is not registered with any financial or securities regulatory authority and does not provide nor claims to provide investment advice or recommendations to readers of this release. For making specific investment decisions, readers should seek their own advice. Winning Media is only compensated for its services in the form of cash-based compensation. 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Lithium is becoming a key investment theme due to its importance in the transition to electric vehicles and renewable energy. Demand is rising while supply is tightening, leading to potential investment opportunities in companies like NOA Lithium Brines Inc. and others. Analysts predict a lithium supply deficit could emerge as early as 2028, emphasizing the need for significant investment in new supply. NOA Lithium has begun mobilization for its 2026 exploration drilling campaign in Argentina, aiming to complete a Preliminary Feasibility Study by 2026. Other companies like Albemarle and Atlas Lithium are also making strides in the lithium market.

Lithium’s Looming Supply Crunch Could Fuel the Next Major Investment Boom