August 29, 2025: A new expert study on growth rates and future trends of lead battery markets has been published by Battery Council International and research consultancy CRU.

BCI said the “first-of-its-kind report” is powered by decades of metals market intelligence at CRU and the proprietary data BCI has collected on battery sales and manufacturing.

Key takeaways in the report include automotive lead battery demand grew 3.9% in 2024, with more modest growth of 2.5% expected in 2025 and 2.8% in 2026.

Forecasts on lead battery sales for stationary storage include a compound annual growth rate of 2.8% through 2027, according to the report.

Meanwhile, global light vehicle production is now expected to increase only 0.4% in 2025 and 0.7% in 2026, dampened by readjustment of supply chains and stock drawdowns.

With more than 80 years of sales statistics and annual market forecasts provided directly by its member companies, BCI says it is the exclusive provider of real-world data for the North American battery industry.

BCI said its trusted data, partnered with CRU’s best-in-class analysis and insights, offers the most comprehensive and reliable report available on lead battery market trends.

The report is currently available only to BCI member companies. Email info@batterycouncil.org for details.