News

First rare earth mineral mine in America in over 70 years breaks ground in Wyoming
For the first time in more than 70 years, a rare earth minerals mine broke ground in the United States last Friday. The Brook Mine, owned by Ramaco Resources, near Sheridan, Wyoming, is also the first ...
America’s only rare earth producer gets a boost from Apple and Pentagon agreements
MP Materials, the operator of the only rare earths mine in the United States, has signed a $500 million deal with Apple.
Apple commits $500M to US-based rare-earth recycling firm MP Materials
The factory will develop a series of neodymium magnet manufacturing lines specifically designed for Apple products.
Rare Earth Royalty: Meet The Power Players Shaping The Industry
USA Rare Earth, Inc. USAR +23.5% + Free Alerts is another U.S.-based company involved in the mining, processing and supply of ...
Apple drops $500M million on rare Earth magnets—why iPhones depend on them
The magnets, which are crucial for powering components like iPhone vibration motors, will be produced at MP's Fort Worth, Texas plant.
Statista on MSN15h
Where Does the EU Import Rare Earths From?
This chart shows the imports of rare earths into the European Union in 2024, by country (in tons).
Interesting Engineering on MSN5h
Apple invests $500M to supercharge US rare earth magnet manufacturing and recycling
Apple invests $500M in MP Materials to secure US-made rare earth magnets and boost advanced recycling technologies.