November 8, 2025

China starts work on easing rare earth export rules but short of Trump hopes

China has begun designing a new rare earth licensing regime that could speed up shipments, but it is unlikely to amount to a complete rollback of restrictions.

November 7, 2025

US backs Serra Verde’s Brazilian rare earth project with $465M funding

The financing is to help cover upgrades to the company’s Pela Ema mine in Brazil’s Goiás state.

November 7, 2025

China’s October rare earth exports rise 9% from September

China, the world's largest rare earth exporter, sold 4,343.5 metric tons of rare earths in October.

November 7, 2025

Deep Sea Rare Minerals seeks US seabed licences

Deep Sea Rare Minerals is the second firm after TMC to apply for deep-sea mining licences since Trump’s executive order to boost the sector.

November 6, 2025

MP Materials quarterly loss widens after halting sales to Chinese customers

The results reflect the company's transition from dependence on foreign sales to a focus on being a major US miner and processor of rare earths.

November 6, 2025

Kazakhstan, US sign MOU on critical minerals

Over the past five years, Kazakhstan has attracted about $1 billion in private investment into its mining sector.

November 6, 2025

Japan, US consider rare earth mining near Minamitori in Pacific

Japan plans to test the feasibility of raising rare earth mud from a depth of 6,000 metres in January.

November 5, 2025

EU, China created special channel to ensure rare earth supplies, commissioner says

On Tuesday, the EU Commission said EU and Chinese officials had discussed general licenses to ease the export of rare earths.

November 4, 2025

Canadian federal budget promises billions for mining

Canada’s Liberal government plans to form a C$2 billion sovereign fund for critical minerals.

November 4, 2025

Energy Fuels on pace to exceed 2025 uranium guidance

During Q3 2025, the Lakewood, Colorado-based miner produced 465,000 lb. of uranium.