Shares of rare earth element-related companies are trading lower after reports suggesting that Chinese shipments of yttrium to the U.S. in July were the second highest since export curbs went into place in April 2025. More Chinese exports to the U.S. ahead of a September U.S.-China meeting may presage a trade reprieve that lowers the need for heightened domestic U.S. production and processing.

Greenland Rare Earth Project Books Its First Indicated Resource

Greenland Mines Ltd. announced the first S-K 1300 technical report for its Sarfartoq neodymium-praseodymium rare earth project in Greenland, achieving a landmark classification of 6.9 million tonnes at Indicated resource status—the first in 15 years of project history. The report models combined open pit and underground mining scenarios (Hybrid case) and includes a strategic partnership with Neo Performance Materials, which gains offtake rights on up to 60% of future production. This regulatory milestone enables the project to support preliminary economic assessment studies, addressing a critical gap in Western rare earth feedstock development.

Shares of precious metal-related companies are trading higher as gold prices continue to rise. The U.S. Treasury's recent expansion of its debt repurchase program weighed on yields and dollar strength.

REalloys shares are trading higher after the company reported better-than-expected Q2 sales results.

Freedom Broker Initiates Coverage On MP Materials with Hold Rating, Announces Price Target of $57

Freedom Broker analyst Vitaly Kononov initiates coverage on MP Materials (NYSE:MP) with a Hold rating and announces Price Target of $57.

USAR Falls Below 50-Day SMA: Is It Time to Hold or Exit the Stock?

USA Rare Earth (USAR) has fallen below its 50-day and 200-day moving averages, declining 18.8% over six months due to continued operating losses, negative gross margins, and significant cash burn from capacity expansion. While the Serra Verde acquisition and up to $1.6B in government-backed funding provide growth opportunities, the company faces near-term profitability pressure and execution risks as it ramps commercial production.

Shares of rare earth and critical metals-related companies are trading lower as spiking energy costs and expectations for higher interest rates dampen investor interest in the sector. Pricier global borrowing may lead to difficulties funding projects and lower demand from customers.