July 4, 2025

Japan to test mine seabed mud for rare earths

Japan will begin test mining rare earth rich mud from the deep seabed near Minamitori Island in 2026.

July 3, 2025

China’s foreign minister dismisses European worries over rare earths

"Rare earths have not been, are not, and will not be a problem between China and Europe," foreign minister Wang Yi said.

July 3, 2025

Infographic: Who controls rare earth processing?

This graphic tracks refined output of rare earth magnets.

July 3, 2025

Pakistan dangles rare earths to woo Trump, avoid tariffs

Cash-strapped Islamabad seeks to avoid US trade tariffs and strengthen ties with the White House.

July 1, 2025

Ramaco Resources previews positive PEA for Brook rare earth mine in Wyoming

The Fluor preliminary economic assessment states that the project is both commercially and technologically feasible, the company said.

July 1, 2025

INSIGHT: Rare earth magnet users jolted into paying premium prices for ex-China supply

While rare earths magnets from China are beginning to flow again, customers remain on edge about the threat of future shortages.

June 29, 2025

China Rare Earth Group says executive moves at listed unit won’t affect operations

Personnel changes at China Rare Earth Resources and Technology Co were aimed at optimizing the company's governance structure, it said.

June 27, 2025

China’s rare earths are flowing again, but not freely

Automakers and suppliers say production plans still face uncertainties and a continued risk of shortages.

June 27, 2025

India taking steps to mitigate disruptions due to China’s rare earth curbs

Despite holding the world's fifth-largest rare earth reserves, India's domestic output remains underdeveloped.

June 26, 2025

US says deal with Beijing will expedite rare earth exports from China

"They’re going to deliver rare earths to us," said US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick.