USA Rare Earth (USAR) stock jumps as U.S. backs $1.6 billion CHIPS-linked funding plan
USA Rare Earth shares surged 17% to $28.94 after announcing a non-binding deal with the U.S. Commerce Department for $277 million in federal funding, a $1.3 billion loan, and a $1.5 billion PIPE. The funding would support a Texas rare earth mine and an Oklahoma magnet plant. A $1.5 billion private placement is set to close January 28. The deal faces hurdles before final agreements are reached.