Latest Rare Earths News

European Lithium has sold 5 million shares in Critical Metals Corp for about A$124 million, significantly increasing its cash reserves while retaining a substantial investment valued at over A$1.2 billion.

Sovereign Metals has recovered a heavy rare earth monazite concentrate from its Kasiya project tailings, revealing concentrations of critical elements that surpass those of the world’s largest producers. This discovery could add a lucrative by-product stream at minimal cost, enhancing Kasiya’s strategic value amid tightening global supply chains.

St George Mining has extended its strategic alliance with US rare earths processor REalloys to finalise potential offtake agreements for high-grade rare earths from the Araxá Project in Brazil. This move aligns with US efforts to build independent rare earth supply chains critical for defence and green technologies.

Green & Gold Minerals reports outstanding high-grade gold drill results from Mt Wandoo and Little Wandoo, accelerating its development plans and expanding resource potential.

Energy Fuels Inc. has announced a proposed acquisition of Australian Strategic Materials (ASM) valued at approximately A$447 million, aiming to establish a leading Western rare earths and critical minerals producer with a fully integrated supply chain.

Energy Fuels Inc. has announced a binding agreement to acquire Australian Strategic Materials Ltd (ASM) in a deal valuing ASM at approximately A$447 million, offering shareholders a 121% premium. The acquisition aims to establish a vertically integrated Western rare earths supply chain, aligning with critical minerals strategies between the US and Australia.

Lynas Rare Earths reported a 43% year-on-year revenue increase to A$201.9 million in Q2 FY26 despite a 30% drop in key NdPr production due to power disruptions and maintenance. The company also announced CEO Amanda Lacaze’s planned retirement at year-end.

VHM Limited has made significant strides in developing its Goschen Rare Earths and Mineral Sands Project, securing substantial funding and critical regulatory approvals while expanding its resource base.

Bayan Mining reports significantly enhanced rare earth element grades from follow-up surface sampling at its Desert Star Project in California, paving the way for drilling approval and further exploration.

Kingfisher Mining has completed a strategic acquisition of 11 tenements in New South Wales and commenced drilling at the Copper Blow IOCG prospect, while advancing rare earth element exploration in Western Australia.

ACDC Metals is progressing hydrometallurgical testwork on its Goschen Central rare earth project and advancing its White Hills gold exploration licence, aligning with Australia's new $1.2 billion Critical Minerals Strategic Reserve.

Auris Minerals has secured $3.2 million to expand its geological team and accelerate exploration in Western Australia's Bryah Basin, following mixed assay results from its Morck Well gold prospects.