Lithium Argentina Projects 35,000–40,000 tonnes Output, Cuts Costs to $5,600 and Secures $130M Loan Facility
Lithium Argentina produced over 34,000 tonnes in 2025 at 97% capacity, slashed cash costs by 30% to $5,600 per tonne and distributed $85 million. The company guides 2026 production of 35,000–40,000 tonnes, forecasts $460 million EBITDA at $20,000/tonne and secured a $130 million facility.
1. Strong 2025 Production and Cost Improvements
Lithium Argentina achieved over 34,000 tonnes of lithium carbonate in 2025 at 97% plant capacity, marking the high end of guidance. Quarterly cash operating costs fell 30% to $5,600 per tonne, while total cash distributions reached $85 million.
2. Balance Sheet Strengthened by $130M Loan and Cash Position
The company closed a $130 million, six-year debt facility and increased its cash position to approximately $95 million in Q1. Adjusted EBITDA for 2025 totaled $56 million and measured plus indicated resources rose by 42%.
3. Ambitious 2026 Guidance and Growth Pipeline
Management forecasts 2026 production of 35,000–40,000 tonnes and anticipates $460 million EBITDA at a $20,000 per-tonne lithium price. Plans remain on track to expand capacity to over 200,000 tonnes, with less than 2% of costs exposed to energy prices.