LAC

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Lithium Americas Corp. Common Shares
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Base: USD
Valuta di Profitto: USD
Intervallo Giornaliero
2.97
3.00
Intervallo Annuale
2.67
10.52
Variazione giornaliera
+1.01%
Variazione Mensile
-4.15%
Variazione di 6 mesi
-36.31%
Variazione Annuale
+5.26%
Chiusura Precedente
2.9 7
Open
2.9 8
Minimo
2.9 7
Massimo
3.0 0
Volume
672
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Panoramica Estratto Conto Statistiche Documents

2026

Current report, Q3 FY2026
LITHIUM AMERICAS CORP. current report, Q3 FY2026
8-K
Current report, Q3 FY2026
LITHIUM AMERICAS CORP. current report, Q3 FY2026
8-K
Current report, Q3 FY2026
LITHIUM AMERICAS CORP. current report, Q3 FY2026
8-K
Quarterly report, Q2 FY2026
LITHIUM AMERICAS CORP. quarterly report, Q2 FY2026
10-Q
Current report, Q2 FY2026
LITHIUM AMERICAS CORP. current report, Q2 FY2026
8-K
Current report, Q2 FY2026
LITHIUM AMERICAS CORP. current report, Q2 FY2026
8-K
Current report, Q2 FY2026
LITHIUM AMERICAS CORP. current report, Q2 FY2026
8-K
Quarterly report, Q1 FY2026
LITHIUM AMERICAS CORP. quarterly report, Q1 FY2026
10-Q
Current report, Q1 FY2026
LITHIUM AMERICAS CORP. current report, Q1 FY2026
8-K
Current report, Q1 FY2026
LITHIUM AMERICAS CORP. current report, Q1 FY2026
8-K

LITHIUM AMERICAS CORP. current report, Q4 FY2025

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Business Context and Reporting Period

Company: Lithium Americas Corp. (LAC)
Filing Type: Form 8-K (Current Report)
Date of Report: October 7, 2025
Event: Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement (Omnibus Waiver, Consent and Amendment or "OWCA") with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), Citibank, N.A., and related entities regarding the DOE Loan and the LAC-GM Joint Venture.

Key Financial Metrics and Obligations

This filing details a restructuring of financing and offtake agreements rather than reporting standard periodic financial results (revenue, profit, cash flow). Key financial commitments identified include:

  • Reserve Contributions: LAC must contribute an additional $120 million to DOE Loan reserve accounts within 12 months of the OWCA's effective date.
    • $60 million allocated to a new DSCR (Debt Service Coverage Ratio) shortfall reserve account.
    • $60 million allocated to a new care & maintenance reserve account.
  • Equity Issuance: LAC agreed to issue "penny warrants" to the DOE representing:
    • 5% of LAC's issued and outstanding common shares.
    • 5% of the non-voting economic interests in the LAC-GM Joint Venture (convertible to LAC common shares).
  • Capital Calls: The JV Operating Agreement will be amended to authorize the board to make capital calls at fair market value in the event of an imminent default under the DOE Loan.

Material Changes Versus Prior Period

The OWCA amends several existing agreements, including the DOE Loan, Affiliate Support Agreement, Collateral Agency Agreement, Equity Pledge Agreement, and the Offtake Agreements with General Motors (GM). Material changes include:

  • Forecast Acceleration: Delivery dates for "Annual Purchase Forecast" and "Annual Production Forecast" are accelerated by two months.
  • Forecast Extension: The forecast period for the first five years of Phase One is extended from two years to three years (years 2 and 3 remain non-binding).
  • Volume Prioritization: The LAC-GM Joint Venture must prioritize GM's volume requirements.
  • Third-Party Sales Caps:
    • Years 1-3 of Phase One: Third-party firm volume commitments capped at 100%, 80%, and 60% respectively of the difference between Annual Production and GM's Annual Purchase Forecasts.
    • Post-Year 5: Caps revert to 100% in year 1 and 50% in year 2 of the forecast period.
  • GM Growth Cap: GM's Annual Purchase Forecast is capped at 20% year-over-year growth during the first five years.
  • Profit True-Up: If GM relinquishes volumes in non-binding periods and later incurs higher costs for third-party purchases, GM is entitled to a profit true-up based on the price difference.
  • Bankruptcy Remoteness: Provisions regarding the bankruptcy remoteness of the borrower have been amended.

Guidance, Outlook, and Risks

Outlook and Conditions:

  • The OWCA is subject to customary conditions precedent. Upon satisfaction, LAC may deliver a borrowing notice for the first advance of the DOE Loan.
  • Warrants must be issued within 60 days of the OWCA's effective date.
  • Amendments to the JV Operating Agreement regarding capital calls must be made within 60 days of effectiveness.
Risks and Contingencies:
  • Liquidity Requirement: The $120 million reserve contribution represents a significant near-term cash outflow obligation.
  • Dilution: Issuance of warrants for 5% of equity and JV interests will result in dilution to existing shareholders.
  • Operational Constraints: Stricter forecasting timelines and volume prioritization for GM may limit flexibility in selling to third parties.
  • Default Risk: New provisions allow for capital calls at fair market value in the event of an imminent default, increasing potential capital requirements.
Management Commentary:

The filing incorporates a press release (Exhibit 99.1) but does not contain direct narrative commentary from management within the text provided.

Investor Verification Checklist

  • Verify the exact effective date of the OWCA to determine the 60-day and 12-month deadlines for warrant issuance and reserve contributions.
  • Confirm the current cash position of LAC to assess the ability to fund the $120 million reserve contribution within 12 months.
  • Review the specific terms of the "penny warrants" to understand the dilution impact on existing shareholders.
  • Monitor the status of the "customary conditions precedent" required to unlock the first advance of the DOE Loan.
  • Assess the impact of the 20% GM growth cap and third-party sales caps on LAC's projected revenue and production flexibility.

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