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We Built Too Many EV Battery Factories. Here's What Happens Next

  • Capacity to build EV batteries far outstrips demand globally, a new report says.
  • It's worst in China, but the overcapacity issue exists in every major market and poses financial risks for battery makers.
  • Material and production costs are still high, which means EVs often aren't cheaper than gas cars, reducing demand.
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