For individual investors, buying lithium as a raw commodity is not straightforward because it does not trade on open exchanges like gold or oil. Instead, you can gain exposure to the "lithium theme" through equities, funds, or derivatives.

: The largest and most established lithium ETF. It tracks the full cycle, including major miners like Albemarle and battery users like Tesla.

You can buy shares in the companies that dominate global production. These are high-risk, high-reward plays tied directly to the spot price of lithium. Lithium Americas

: A popular alternative for those specifically seeking exposure to the producers and refiners of the metal. 2. Major Lithium Mining Stocks

: Offers broader exposure by including other battery metals like cobalt and nickel.