A sea of red has washed over the U.S. rare earth mining sector. Fear has gripped the market as shares of key domestic producers dropped on heavy volume, with MP Materials NYSE: MP falling 7.36%, USA Rare Earth NASDAQ: USAR dropping 8.36%, and Critical Metals Corp. NASDAQ: CRML plunging 13.71% since Friday, Oct. 24, 2025.
Critical Metals stock (NASDAQ: CRML) has dramatically increased by nearly 65% over the last five trading days, fueled by reports of potential U.S. government involvement alongside significant funding developments. The company is engaged in mining exploration and development, concentrating on sourcing lithium and rare earth elements, which are vital materials utilized in electric vehicles, consumer electronics, and renewable energy systems.
July has proven to be a massive month for rare earth mineral stocks, with MP Materials NYSE: MP at the forefront. On July 10, MP shares surged by nearly 51% after the company announced a multi-billion-dollar commitment from the Department of Defense (DOD).
| Metals & Mining Industry | Materials Sector | Antony William-Paul Sage BCom, CA, FCPA, FTIA CEO | NASDAQ (NMS) Exchange | VGG2662B1031 ISIN |
| US Country | 4 Employees | - Last Dividend | - Last Split | - IPO Date |
Critical Metals Corp. is a mining exploration and development company headquartered in New York, New York. The company specializes in the identification, acquisition, and development of metal resources essential for various industries worldwide. A notable aspect of its operations is its interest in the Wolfsberg Lithium Project, situated in Carinthia, Austria. This makes Critical Metals Corp. a pivotal player in the lithium market, catering to the growing demand for lithium, especially from the electric vehicle and battery sectors. Operating as a subsidiary of European Lithium Limited, Critical Metals Corp. leverages strategic partnerships and expert insights to advance its mining projects and ensure sustainable practices are integrated into its operations.
At the core of Critical Metals Corp.'s operations is its involvement in the exploration and development of lithium resources. The company focuses on the Wolfsberg Lithium Project in Austria, aiming to extract and process lithium, a critical material used extensively in battery production for electric vehicles and portable electronic devices. Through sustainable mining practices, Critical Metals Corp. contributes to the global supply of lithium, meeting the increasing demand from technology and automotive companies.