July 21, 2025

Trump’s critical minerals obsession reignites deep-sea mining

Still, the Trump-triggered seabed mining boom faces significant hurdles.

July 21, 2025

Infographic: Rare earth magnets demand for clean energy tech

This infographic highlights the rare earth metals driving magnet innovation.

July 20, 2025

China’s exports of rare earth magnets to the US surge in June

In total, China exported 3,188 tons of rare earth permanent magnets globally last month, up 157.5% from May.

July 20, 2025

China vows ‘zero tolerance’ for smuggling of critical minerals

China’s coordination office on export control highlighted recent cases of critical-mineral smuggling involving false declarations and transshipments through third countries.

July 19, 2025

China quietly issues 2025 rare earth quotas

The government issued the first set of quotas for the year only last month, without the usual public statement, Reuters sources say.

July 19, 2025

China spy agency accuses foreign agents of stealing rare earths

The security ministry claimed to have foiled an attempt by an unnamed country to illicitly acquire rare earths for stockpiling.

July 17, 2025

China lifts exports of rare earth products after trade war curbs

Customs data released Friday show exports of all rare earth products rose 80% from a five-year low in May.

July 17, 2025

Billionaire turns Pentagon into Trump’s defense investment wing

Steve Feinberg is eager to build national champions across key sectors to boost US competitiveness.

July 17, 2025

Japan, EU to explore joint rare earths procurement, Nikkei reports

Japan and the EU will launch a new "economic two-plus-two" dialogue to bring together their foreign and economy ministers.

July 17, 2025

Energy Fuels surges to 3-year high as it begins heavy rare earth production

Commercial production could begin as early as Q4 2026, says the company.