Latest Critical Minerals Sector News

Brazilian Critical Minerals secures robust support from Amazonas state and local authorities for its Ema Rare Earth Project, advancing environmental permitting with unanimous community approval.

Octava Minerals reports impressive initial bioleaching recoveries of critical rare earth elements and lithium from its Byro Project, highlighting a promising, low-cost extraction pathway.

Lindian Resources has approved the Final Investment Decision for its Kangankunde Rare Earths Project, securing full funding and a strategic partnership with Iluka Resources. The company is raising A$91.5 million via institutional placement to advance development and expansion plans.

Lindian Resources has raised A$91.5 million through a strong institutional placement, enabling the final investment decision for the Kangankunde Rare Earths Project’s Stage 1 development with production targeted for late 2026.

Lycopodium Limited delivered robust FY25 financial results, hitting the top end of guidance with $339.6 million revenue and $42.2 million net profit. The company’s strategic SAXUM acquisition broadens its footprint in the Americas, positioning it well for growth in critical minerals and clean energy sectors.

Ausmon Resources has addressed a recent spike in its share price and trading volume, attributing the market interest to prior drilling assay results for rare earth elements in South Australia.

Kaili Resources addresses ASX price query following a dramatic surge in its share price and trading volume, attributing the movement to its recent rare earth element drilling approval in South Australia.

Lindian Resources has secured approval to expand its Kangankunde Rare Earths Project mining licence from 900 to 2,500 hectares, enabling a significant scale-up in production capacity. The company retracts its previous high-end Stage 2 production targets and will commission a new feasibility study to define the next phase.

WA1 Resources has raised A$100 million through a placement to accelerate pre-development and infrastructure work at its Luni Niobium Project, bolstering its cash reserves to A$168 million.

EQ Resources has finalized a US$7.5 million royalty funding agreement with Oaktree Capital Management to support its Barruecopardo tungsten project, while major shareholder Cronimet Asia converts a US$3 million offtake prepayment into equity, strengthening the company’s capital position.

Patriot Battery Metals has reported a significant mineral resource upgrade at its Shaakichiuwaanaan Property, reaffirming its position as a leading lithium and caesium explorer. The company also progressed its lithium-only feasibility study and environmental assessments while maintaining a strong financial position.

West Cobar Metals’ recent drilling at the Fraser Range Project reveals significant rare earth elements, titanium dioxide, and scandium, expanding the potential of its adjoining Salazar Critical Minerals Project.