WTW warns lithium supply chain concentration in South America raises global disruption risk

Reuters2026/08/13 12:01

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Willis Towers Watson analysis warned concentrated lithium supply chains could amplify global disruption risk as critical mineral demand rises.
Research flagged South America’s Lithium Triangle as a key vulnerability, holding nearly half of identified lithium resources.
Scenario tests showed shocks can spread via trade, logistics chokepoints, policy action, financing, counterparties, supply chains.
Non-damage events drove losses fastest, including shipment delays, restricted access, contract disruption, pricing volatility, non-payment, capital controls.
WTW urged companies to stress-test exposure beyond mining, including procurement, revenue timing, liquidity, debt service, insurance response.

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WTW warns lithium supply chain concentration in South America raises global disruption risk

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