Rare Earth Goldmine? MP Materials Stock Skyrockets on Pentagon Deal & China Tensions
MP Materials shares have surged nearly 380% in 2025, reaching an all-time high near $82 and a market cap of $13–14 billion. The Pentagon invested $400 million for a 15% stake and guaranteed a $110/kg floor price for rare earths. MP signed a $500 million supply deal with Apple, which prepaid $200 million for a new Texas plant. Despite rapid production growth and soaring revenue, MP posted its eighth straight quarterly loss.