April 8, 2025

Europe seen struggling to compete with China on rare earths

"Today there's a cost gap of 20% to 40% between a value chain in China and a potential value chain in Europe," a consultancy says.

April 8, 2025

Solvay launches rare earth processing expansion amid China restrictions

The company eventually aims to supply 30% of Europe's processed rare earths demand for magnets by 2030.

April 8, 2025

Ma’aden weighs foreign partner for minerals processing pact

Saudi Arabia's flagship miner is considering choosing at least one of four foreign firms to form a rare earths processing partnership.

April 7, 2025

Op-Ed: Mining alone won’t lead to critical minerals independence — processing will pave the way

There is a growing chorus of voices championing increased exploration and resource discovery in the global scramble to secure critical minerals.

April 7, 2025

China deploys rare earths as weapon in trade war with Trump

Beijing said Friday it will tighten controls on exports of seven types of rare earths.

April 7, 2025

Ukrainian team to travel to US this week to discuss minerals deal

The Trump administration has proposed a broader minerals deal, which Ukraine has been reviewing recently.

April 4, 2025

China hits back at US tariffs with rare earth export controls

China placed export restrictions on key rare earth elements on Friday as part of its sweeping response to President Donald Trump's tariffs.

April 3, 2025

Trump’s tariffs shake markets, threaten metals trade

The tariffs include a universal 10% levy on imports and targeted measures on 60 countries, marking a major shift in trade policy.

April 2, 2025

Trump’s executive orders a boost for US metals market — GreenMet CEO

Drew Horn talks about aligning private investments with federal policies and points at key gaps in the US supply chain.

April 1, 2025

Ukraine pushes ahead on US deal after Trump renews criticism

Ukraine’s top diplomat said officials are pressing ahead with the US toward an “acceptable” economic accord.