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Utah Discovery Fortifies US Push for Mineral Independence

Ionic Minerals Technology discovered a significant deposit of 16 critical minerals in Utah with concentrations of approximately 2,700 parts per million, bolstering U.S. efforts to secure a domestic supply chain.

Korea Zinc Plunges on US-Backed Dilution Plan

Korea Zinc shares fell nearly 14% after the company announced a $1.9 billion share sale to a U.S. government-backed joint venture. The deal, part of a $7.4 billion Tennessee smelter project, faces a legal challenge from major shareholders who claim it unfairly dilutes their stake and entrenches management control.

US Defense Pact Anchors MP Materials' Profit Outlook

MP Materials projects a return to profitability in Q4 2025, driven by a Price Protection Agreement with the U.S. Department of War. The deal highlights a broader shift in U.S. defense procurement strategy aimed at securing domestic supply chains for critical minerals.

Montero Mining Listing Spotlights Push for European Capital

Montero Mining and Exploration Ltd. has listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (FSE) to access European capital for its Chilean copper and gold projects. This move is indicative of a broader trend among junior resource companies to seek international listings for greater liquidity and investor visibility, particularly as demand for critical minerals intensifies.

US Deregulation Push Sparks Small-Cap Scam Fears

The U.S. government is advancing measures to relax financial regulations for small public companies to encourage more Initial Public Offerings (IPOs). This initiative, centered on the 2012 JOBS Act, is creating a contentious debate, balancing the need for economic growth against the heightened risk of investor fraud.

Fed Rate Cut Bets Fuel 2026 Stock Market Outlook

Wall Street strategists are forecasting a bullish 2026 for equities, driven by widespread expectations of Federal Reserve rate cuts. This optimism persists despite the central bank's own cautious projections, with investors pricing in a more accommodative monetary policy to fuel economic growth and corporate earnings.

Hecla Mining Rallies on Silver Surge, S&P 400 Entry

Hecla Mining stock has surged over 240% year-to-date, driven by record-high silver prices above $60 per ounce and its upcoming inclusion in the S&P MidCap 400 index. The rally is supported by record Q3 earnings and rapid balance sheet deleveraging, positioning the company as a key player in the precious metals market.

China Military Action Pressures Rare Earth Markets

A Chinese fighter jet locking its radar onto a Japanese aircraft has intensified geopolitical risks, directly threatening the global supply chain for rare earth elements and accelerating Western efforts to secure alternative sources.

Chinese Firms Dodge Rare Earth Export Controls

Chinese rare-earth producers are bypassing export restrictions by altering product formulations and embedding magnets in components. This strategy, coupled with strategic acquisitions of Western mining assets, solidifies China's dominance in the critical minerals sector, prompting a strategic shift in Western industrial policy.

REalloys Secures $200M EXIM Bank Letter of Interest to Build U.S. Rare-Earth Supply Chain