Latest Rare Earths News

Vital Metals has raised A$6.8 million through a strategic placement led by US-based Strategic Resources LLC to advance its Tardiff Rare Earth project in Canada, aiming to deploy innovative Dry Field Force Extraction technology that could reshape project economics and environmental impact.

Meteoric Resources confirms its Caldeira Rare Earth Project in Brazil remains on track after a disputed environmental council vote was declared invalid. Strong local government support and regulatory assurances underpin confidence in project timelines.

Kaili Resources has officially confirmed a change of control with Mr Jianzhong Yang now holding over 60% of shares, alongside a significant board reshuffle. The company remains focused on advancing its rare earth elements exploration in South Australia.

Arafura Rare Earths has successfully raised approximately A$80 million through a two-tranche institutional placement and launched a A$5 million share purchase plan, strengthening its cash position ahead of the Nolans project final investment decision.

Vital Metals Limited has voluntarily suspended trading of its shares pending a key announcement on a capital raise, following an ASX price and volume query.

Lindian Resources has approved the Final Investment Decision for its Kangankunde Rare Earths Project, securing full funding and a strategic partnership with Iluka Resources. The company is raising A$91.5 million via institutional placement to advance development and expansion plans.

Lindian Resources has raised A$91.5 million through a strong institutional placement, enabling the final investment decision for the Kangankunde Rare Earths Project’s Stage 1 development with production targeted for late 2026.

Peak Rare Earths Limited has entered a scheme of arrangement with Shenghe Resources (Singapore) Pte. Ltd., valuing the company at approximately A$158 million. The scheme offers Peak shareholders a cash consideration of no less than A$0.359 per share, representing a 199% premium to the last closing price.

Lindian Resources has secured approval to expand its Kangankunde Rare Earths Project mining licence from 900 to 2,500 hectares, enabling a significant scale-up in production capacity. The company retracts its previous high-end Stage 2 production targets and will commission a new feasibility study to define the next phase.

VHM Limited has appointed Andrew King as CEO and Benjamin McCormick as CFO to spearhead the critical next stage of its Goschen Rare Earths Project development, while outgoing CEO Ron Douglas transitions to a non-executive role.

Critica Limited has confirmed that its Jupiter Project in Western Australia hosts the country’s largest and highest-grade magnet rare earth clay-hosted resource, with 640 million tonnes at 490 ppm MREO. This milestone underscores Jupiter’s strategic potential in supplying critical rare earths essential for clean energy technologies.

OD6 Metals has successfully produced high-quality rare earth products from its Splinter Rock project, positioning itself for premium market payability and strategic global partnerships.