Latest Rare Earths Sector News

Lynas Rare Earths is set to boost its Heavy Rare Earths production with a new separation plant in Malaysia, aiming to meet rising global demand outside China. The A$180 million project will leverage Lynas’ Mt Weld deposit and local resources to supply critical materials for advanced manufacturing.

MRG Metals has confirmed four distinct alluvial rare earth deposits at its Adriano project in Mozambique, with all samples showing significant heavy mineral concentrate. Laboratory assays are underway to define the rare earth content, potentially advancing the project toward resource development.

Brazilian Critical Minerals has successfully produced a high-grade mixed rare earth carbonate containing 50% total rare earth oxides from low-grade field leach solutions at its Ema Project, validating its in-situ recovery process and commercial viability.

Mont Royal Resources has finalized its merger with Commerce Resources, creating a dual-listed critical metals company focused on advancing one of North America’s largest rare earth deposits in Québec. Backed by a fresh A$10 million capital raise and a seasoned leadership team, Mont Royal is poised to become a key player in the global rare earths market.

Arafura Rare Earths has received conditional approval for a US$100 million equity investment from Export Finance Australia, reinforcing the strategic importance of its Nolans Project in Australia’s critical minerals landscape.

Arafura Rare Earths has secured a non-binding Letter of Interest from the US Export-Import Bank for up to US$300 million to support its Nolans Project, enhancing the US rare earth supply chain and national security.

Gold Mountain Limited has reported significant extensions to its rare earth mineralisation at the Irajuba Down Under Project in Brazil, confirming high-grade total and magnet rare earth oxides and paving the way for resource drilling.

ASM Limited has raised A$55 million to accelerate production capacity at its Korean Metals Plant and expand its footprint in the rare earths sector, responding to growing global demand and geopolitical supply chain pressures.

Verity Resources has confirmed widespread near-surface rare earth element mineralisation at its Pimenta Project in Brazil, highlighting a promising new discovery zone with high-value magnet rare earth oxides.

Ionic Rare Earths has expanded its capital raising to $15.6 million, driven by a $3 million strategic investment from US firm Argentem Creek Partners and strong shareholder support. The funds will accelerate projects across magnet recycling, rare earth refining, and US supply chain development.

Wildcat Resources has dismissed reports of selling half its Tabba Tabba Project, confirming instead that it is exploring multiple funding avenues to advance the project.

Brazilian Rare Earths Limited has raised A$120 million through a share placement to fast-track its high-grade rare earth projects and integrated refinery development in Brazil.