Liontown Resources Ltd (LTR.AU) saw its shares plummet 6.05% during intraday trading on Thursday, marking a significant downturn for the Australian lithium producer.

The sharp decline follows news that South Korea's LG Energy Solution is selling its 7.5% stake in Liontown through a block trade, valued at approximately A$419 million. Such a substantial divestment by a major shareholder typically creates immediate selling pressure and can signal shifting confidence in the company's near-term prospects to the market.

Adding to investor concerns is the announced resignation of Lead Independent Non-Executive Director Ian Wells, effective March 2026. This governance change comes during Liontown's critical transition into production at its Kathleen Valley project, raising questions about risk oversight and board stability as the company navigates capital-intensive ramp-up phases.