January 19, 2026 Viridis targets US, Europe rare earth deals amid China pushback The negotiations include setting a minimum price for output from Viridis’s $360 million Colossus project in the state of Minas Gerais.
January 18, 2026 US in talks with Brazil on rare earth partnership: FT Some diplomats and lobbyists see a "chance of a deal" materializing, Financial Times said, citing officials involved in talks.
January 16, 2026 What mining investors should watch for in 2026: Sprott Analysts at Sprott highlighted deglobalization and debasement trade as some of the top investment themes of 2026.
January 15, 2026 US asks allies to step up measures on Chinese minerals Ending US reliance on the minerals has been a top priority for Washington since last year, when Beijing imposed export restrictions on rare earths.
January 15, 2026 US lawmakers propose $2.5B critical minerals reserve Priority will be given to recycled materials, but minerals extracted from mines could also be eligible.
January 15, 2026 Trump’s rare earth push extends lifeline to green tech Venture capitalists invested more than $628 million in US startups working on rare earth minerals in 2025, according to PitchBook data.
January 15, 2026 Mkango launches rare earth plant in Britain using recycled materials The new plant adds to Britain's strategy to increase critical minerals supply, aiming to meet 10% of domestic demand from local mining and 20% from recycling by 2035.
January 15, 2026 Energy Fuels could rank among top rare earth producers in West, study shows The White Mesa plant could become one of the biggest producers of separated rare earths outside China over a 40-year life.
January 14, 2026 Trump says no critical minerals tariffs for now, will seek overseas supplies The move defers a decision on duties that could further roil the US economy.
January 14, 2026 Trump sets process to secure critical minerals after trade probe Industry watchers for months have awaited the decision on the critical minerals investigation.
Ghana’s mining reforms risk choking investment, says industry body Africa's top gold producer plans to scrap long-term mining investment stability agreements and double royalties. January 19, 2026 | 10:10 am
