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Vale Indonesia is committing to a multibillion-dollar investment in battery-grade nickel, driven by expectations that demand for nickel-based electric vehicle (EV) batteries will persist despite the increasing popularity of lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries. The company's strategy suggests that nickel-rich batteries, known for higher energy density, will coexist with LFP batteries, especially in high-performance vehicles. Vice-president director Abu Ashar noted that major manufacturers like BYD continue to utilize nickel-based batteries alongside LFP options.