New U.S.-China Trade Framework Resets Rare Earth Logjam

Via Metal Miner The Rare Earths MMI (Monthly Metals Index) moved sideways, rising a modest 0.66%. Meanwhile, prices for rare earths may experience short-term stabilization in the upcoming months, primarily due to President Trump reaching an agreement with China to ease restrictions on critical mineral exports. U.S.–China Strike Deal to End Export Freeze on Rare Earths In a recent developments, Beijing and Washington agreed to lift China’s export curbs on rare earth minerals. The June 27 agreement will allow shipments of Chinese rare…