With the rapid development of new energy vehicles, lithium-ion batteries have entered a period of significant growth. Since 2009, the lithium battery market has consistently shown positive growth, and mergers and acquisitions (M&A) have become increasingly active. This trend has attracted numerous industry leaders to explore cross-border M&A opportunities, focusing on key resources such as lithium, nickel, cobalt, and other materials, as well as cathode materials, anode materials, separators, and electrolytes.
This article highlights ten major M&A deals in the domestic lithium battery material sector this year, covering four core components: cathode materials, anode materials, separators, and raw materials like cobalt and lithium carbonate.
**Cathode Materials**
1. **Yuf Shares Acquires 49% Stake in Zhihang New Energy for 1.08 Billion Yuan**
On November 13, Yuf Shares announced its plan to acquire 49% equity in Zhihang New Energy at a price of 1.08 billion yuan. Zhihang specializes in power lithium battery cathode materials, batteries, and battery systems. The acquisition is expected to strengthen Yuf’s position in the new energy vehicle supply chain and support its long-term strategic goals.
**Anode Materials**
2. **Zhongke Electric Acquires 100% Equity of Greit for 240 Million Yuan**
Zhongke Electric plans to acquire Greit, a company specializing in lithium battery anode materials, for 240 million yuan. This move aims to enhance Zhongke’s industrial chain integration and improve production efficiency, especially in graphitization processing.
**Separators**
3. **Golden Crown Electric Acquires 100% Equity of Hongtu Diaphragm for 1.476 Billion Yuan**
Golden Crown Electric acquired Hongtu Diaphragm, a leading supplier of high-end lithium battery separators, for 1.476 billion yuan. The deal strengthens Golden Crown’s presence in the new energy sector and enhances its technological and customer base.
4. **Changyuan Group Acquires 80% Stake in Lixin Material for 1.92 Billion Yuan**
Changyuan Group purchased 80% of Lixin Material, a top wet separator manufacturer, for 1.92 billion yuan. This acquisition supports Changyuan’s strategy in electric vehicle materials and reinforces its competitive edge in the market.
5. **Innovation Shares Acquires 100% Equity of Shanghai Enjie for 5.55 Billion Yuan**
Innovation Shares acquired Shanghai Enjie, a major supplier of wet diaphragms, for 5.55 billion yuan. The transaction allows Innovation Shares to expand into the lithium battery separator business and secure long-term partnerships with leading manufacturers like CATL and BYD.
**Raw Materials – Cobalt Series**
6. **Meritus Technology Acquires 50.25% Stake in Tianjin Maoli for 533 Million Yuan**
Meritus Technology acquired a 50.25% stake in Tianjin Maoli, a producer of battery-grade cobalt oxide and related products, for 533 million yuan. This move ensures a stable supply of raw materials for its subsidiary and supports its long-term strategic goals in the lithium battery industry.
**Raw Materials – Lithium Carbonate**
7. **Yongxing Special Steel Acquires 67.91% Stake in Lihe Lithium for 622 Million Yuan**
Yongxing Special Steel acquired 67.91% of Lihe Lithium, a lithium carbonate producer, for 622 million yuan. This acquisition marks Yongxing’s entry into the new energy materials sector and enhances its strategic positioning in the industry.
8. **Sino-Portuguese Shares Acquires 100% Equity of Guo'an Lithium for 2.708 Billion Yuan**
Sino-Portuguese Shares acquired Guo'an Lithium, a major producer of battery-grade lithium carbonate, for 2.708 billion yuan. This transaction helps the company establish a strong foothold in the lithium carbonate industry and supports its expansion into new energy sectors.
**Raw Materials – Lithium Hydroxide**
9. **Meidu Energy Acquires 98.51% Stake in Ruifu Lithium for 3.596 Billion Yuan**
Meidu Energy acquired 98.51% of Ruifu Lithium, a lithium producer, for 3.596 billion yuan. This acquisition expands Meidu’s presence in the upstream lithium supply chain and aligns with its broader energy and new energy strategies.
**Raw Materials – Lead**
10. **Nandu Power Acquires 49% Stake in Huabo Technology for 1.96 Billion Yuan**
Nandu Power acquired a 49% stake in Huabo Technology, a leader in lead-related products, for 1.96 billion yuan. This move supports Nandu’s focus on lithium battery technology and strengthens its industrial synergy with existing operations.
These M&A activities reflect the growing importance of the lithium battery industry and the strategic efforts of companies to secure their positions in the rapidly evolving new energy market.
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