Rare earth mineral stocks have attracted renewed investor interest amid rising rare earth prices and supply chain shifts. MP Materials, a key player in the sector, saw its share price increase by 0.3% pre-market following a two-year peak in rare earth prices, driven by the company's decision to halt shipments to China. Snow Lake Resources (ticker $LITM) has expanded its strategic investments in U.S. critical minerals projects, including acquiring an equity stake in Commerce Resources Corp., which holds 100% ownership of the Ashram rare earth elements project, the largest in North America. Snow Lake's portfolio also includes uranium and nuclear fuel assets, highlighting its diversified approach within the critical minerals space. Another company, American Rare Earths Limited ($AREC), has been noted for strong performance recently. The developments underscore a broader trend of increased focus on domestic rare earth production and supply chain realignment away from China.
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