June 17, 2013

Ucore throws weight behind rare earths bill

Legislation currently making its way through the US Congress to support the domestic rare earths industry has been given the thumbs up by the near-term producer.

June 7, 2013

Pacific Ocean rich in gold, rare earths

Geologist says the deposits are better than on land.

June 4, 2013

The conflict over conflict metals

Lisa Reisman, managing editor of MetalMiner.com, sees opportunity in the controversial provisions governing conflict minerals.

June 4, 2013

Wyoming releases new study on rare earth elements

Through the scientific study, the State Geological Survey has confirmed that rare earth elements occur across the state.

May 30, 2013

INFOGRAPHIC: Pebble Project economics and employment

Insights on the impacts of the proposed Pebble Mine in Alaska.

May 30, 2013

Have rare earth prices bottomed out?

Rare metal prices could be poised for a bounce, helped by strong demand from major customers and renewed investor interest.

May 27, 2013

Kenya to form state-owned mining company

The government is also working on a bill to update the mining act.

May 27, 2013

Japan on buying spree as Chinese REE exports soar

Japan's improving economy is boosting demand for rare metals.

May 21, 2013

Commodity supercycle is essentially over: Citigroup

Group expects 2013 to be year in which “the death bells ring for the commodity supercycle after its duly noted sunset.”

May 20, 2013

Malawi launches exploration for rare earth metals, natural gas

The government chose an Australian company to explore the country's southern region.