<div id="readability-page-1"><div><div> Distributed on behalf of NOA Lithium Brines Inc. The lithium story is heating up again — and this time, it could be even more explosive. As we know, lithium remains one of the most strategically important commodities in the global push toward electrification, clean energy, and large-scale energy storage. However, as demand accelerates, the market is once again shifting from a period of oversupply toward a tightening deficit, creating substantial 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 Lithium Americas (NYSE: LAC) (TSX: LAC). Wood Mackenzie added that, “Lithium is irreplaceable for the energy transition, and the industry faces structural supply challenges that require immediate action. “Whether we're on a 1.5°C pathway or something less ambitious, lithium demand will outstrip current supply plans,” Pedersen added. “The question isn't whether we need more lithium. It's whether the industry can mobilise capital fast enough to meet demand while navigating an increasingly fragmented global trade environment.” In short, with analysts warning of potential supply deficits as early as 2028, the industry faces mounting pressure to bring new projects online. Look at NOA Lithium Brines Inc. (TSXV: NOAL), For Example. NOA Lithium Brines announce the appointment of Hatch Limited to lead Process Development Study for the Company’s flagship Rio Grande Project in Salta Province, Argentina. Hatch is a global multidisciplinary project management, engineering and professional services consultancy with extensive experience in critical minerals and has substantial experience in processing and engineering of lithium rich brines, including projects located on salars in Argentina. The objective of the Study is to compare the Project’s baseline evaporation pond flowsheet considered in NOA’s Preliminary Economic Assessment against alternative process configurations incorporating direct lithium extraction technology. The Study is expected to be completed in two stages: (i) DLE testwork and evaluation, and (ii) development of concept-level process design and operating parameters to enable comparison of alternative flowsheets. The Study is intended to inform the scope and design basis for NOA’s upcoming preliminary feasibility study. The Study is expected to be completed within the next three months, subject to testwork progress and results, with findings anticipated in Q3 2026. The results are expected to provide insights into potential process optimization opportunities and development flexibility for the Project, and to support a robust PFS design basis. NOA’s Chief Executive Officer Gabriel Rubacha states: “This marks another step to get to Rio Grande’s PFS. This study will help us evaluate process alternatives and refine our development pathway for Rio Grande ahead of the PFS. Hatch brings deep experience in lithium brine processing, and the results will support a more robust PFS design basis.” 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. Lithium Americas announced that it has filed its Annual Report on Form 10-K, which includes the Company’s audited consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2025, and provided an update on its Thacker Pass lithium project in Humboldt County, Nevada. Jonathan Evans, President and Chief Executive Officer of Lithium Americas said, “2025 marked a transformative year for Thacker Pass. Construction is advancing at full pace, and we are carrying that strong momentum into 2026. We are grateful for the continued support of the U.S. Administration and the Department of Energy. With the second loan drawdown in February 2026, we have meaningfully de-risked the Project and reinforced our path forward. This investment reflects our shared commitment to rebuilding critical mineral supply chains here at home and reducing reliance on foreign sources. Construction at Thacker Pass is progressing rapidly, with safety as our highest priority. Peak construction activity is expected in 2026, and our workforce continues to expand, with approximately 1,800 skilled craftspeople anticipated on site by late 2026. We remain on track for mechanical completion of Phase 1 in late 2027, positioning Thacker Pass to play a central role in securing America’s energy and national security future. Together with our partners, we are advancing energy independence, strengthening domestic supply chains and building a more resilient future.” 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. 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The lithium market is shifting from oversupply to a tightening deficit, creating opportunities for companies like NOA Lithium Brines Inc. and others. Wood Mackenzie warns of potential supply deficits by 2028, emphasizing the need for new projects. NOA Lithium has appointed Hatch Limited for a Process Development Study for its Rio Grande Project in Argentina, expected to inform its preliminary feasibility study. Other companies, such as Albemarle and Atlas Lithium, are also making significant advancements in the lithium sector, with potential financial support from the U.S. and Japan for critical minerals projects.

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