Cobalt metal and chemicals used in lithium-ion batteries, superalloys, and cutting tools.
Last updated: May 20, 2026
Cobalt is a critical battery metal used in lithium-ion battery cathodes for electric vehicles and portable electronics. Supply is heavily concentrated in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
| Date | Price | Daily Change |
|---|---|---|
| May 20, 2026 | 15.25 | +0.99% |
| May 19, 2026 | 15.10 | -0.20% |
| May 18, 2026 | 15.13 | -0.26% |
| May 17, 2026 | 15.17 | +0.20% |
| May 16, 2026 | 15.14 | -0.39% |
| May 15, 2026 | 15.20 | +0.07% |
| May 14, 2026 | 15.19 | -0.33% |
| May 13, 2026 | 15.24 | +1.06% |
| May 12, 2026 | 15.08 | -0.13% |
| May 10, 2026 | 15.10 | +0.33% |
| May 9, 2026 | 15.05 | -1.44% |
| May 8, 2026 | 15.27 | +0.39% |
| May 7, 2026 | 15.21 | -1.30% |
| May 6, 2026 | 15.41 | +0.52% |
| May 5, 2026 | 15.33 | +1.46% |
| May 4, 2026 | 15.11 | +0.07% |
| May 3, 2026 | 15.10 | -0.85% |
| May 2, 2026 | 15.23 | +0.40% |
| May 1, 2026 | 15.17 | -1.37% |
| Apr 30, 2026 | 15.38 | -0.19% |
| Apr 29, 2026 | 15.41 | +1.05% |
| Apr 28, 2026 | 15.25 | -1.04% |
| Apr 27, 2026 | 15.41 | — |
| Apr 26, 2026 | 15.41 | +0.33% |
| Apr 24, 2026 | 15.36 | +0.07% |
| Apr 23, 2026 | 15.35 | -1.16% |
| Apr 22, 2026 | 15.53 | +0.32% |
| Apr 21, 2026 | 15.48 | — |
Prices are indicative and updated daily. Not for use as binding contract prices.