MP Materials Reports Smaller Q2 Loss on 119% Rare Earth Production Surge

MP Materials, the U.S. rare earths miner operating the only domestic rare earths mine in Mountain Pass, California, reported a smaller-than-expected second-quarter loss, driven by a 119% increase in production of neodymium and praseodymium (NdPr), key rare earth elements used in magnets for weapons, electric vehicles, and electronics. The company posted an adjusted loss of 13 cents per share versus analysts' expectations of a 19-cent loss, while revenue surged 84% to $57.4 million, surpassing estimates. MP Materials recently secured multibillion-dollar deals with the U.S. Department of Defense and Apple, with the Pentagon becoming the company's largest shareholder and guaranteeing a floor price of $110 per kilogram for NdPr, nearly double the Chinese market price. These partnerships are expected to help MP Materials achieve long-term profitability, supported by record NdPr oxide production and profitable ramp-up of metal production in its magnetics business. The Trump administration's push to build a domestic rare earth supply chain to reduce reliance on China has significantly boosted the company's stock, which has surged over 350% this year. Overall, MP Materials is benefiting from rising demand and government support as it strengthens its position in the critical minerals market.