The tiny British company that outsmarted Xi Jinping

When China throttled exports of rare earth elements this year, American and European policymakers were thrown into a panic.

How U.S. Defense Industry Dodged a Rare-Earth Shortage After China’s Curbs

America’s ability to make precision-guided missiles was threatened during Trump’s tariff war. But experienced players have rescued the supply chain, for now.
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USA Rare Earth Subsidiary Less Common Metals and Solvay Sign Strategic Agreement to Provide Permag Secure, Stable Supply of Rare Earth Metals

STILLWATER, Okla., Nov. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- USA Rare Earth, Inc. (Nasdaq: USAR) (USAR or the Company), today announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Less Common Metals (LCM), has ...
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Why Did USA Rare Earth Stock Pop, Then Drop?

USA Rare Earth will buy Britain's Less Common Metals for $100 million. The acquisition will transform USA Rare Earth -- and give it some revenue a year before it would otherwise have it. USA Rare ...
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IonicRE, Less Common Metals collaborate on expanding magnet rare earths supply chain

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USA Rare Earth Falls After Deal Approval. What’s Next for the Trade.

USA Rare Earth stock fell on Wednesday despite the company announcing U.K. approval for its purchase of the manufacturer Less Common Metals. USA Rare Earth stock traded as high as $18.56 but closed at ...