Shares of Standard Lithium ( SLI 11.71%) jumped on Thursday, finishing the day up 11.7%. The rise came as the S&P 500 ( ^GSPC 0.27%) gained 0.3% and the Nasdaq Composite ( ^IXIC 0.09%) was flat.

Lithium, the lightest metal on the periodic table, plays a pivotal role in modern life. Its low weight and high energy ...

The Western Australian government has welcomed the launch of Liontown Resources’ Kathleen Valley lithium project, hailing it ...