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Rare Earth Stocks Decline Amid Escalating US-China Trade Tensions

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent criticizes China’s rare earth export controls as trade tensions escalate. Both nations implement retaliatory shipping fees while rare earth stocks decline. Experts analyze potential economic consequences.

Rare earth stocks are declining significantly as persistent trade tensions between the United States and China intensify over export controls, potential tariffs, and retaliatory shipping fees. The market reaction comes as both economic superpowers implement measures affecting rare earth minerals crucial for technology and defense applications, with investors concerned about prolonged trade disruption and supply chain instability.

US Officials Criticize China’s Rare Earth Export Controls