MP Materials shares jump 6.76% after strong Q2 earnings and new aerospace deal

MP Materials' stock rose 6.76% to $54.56 following a 23.54% rally over the past week, driven by strong Q2 FY26 earnings that beat revenue expectations with $108.49 million, up 89% year-over-year. The company secured a multi-year gadolinium deal with a U.S. aerospace and defense customer and advanced construction at its 10X facility, boosting investor confidence despite a slight EPS miss due to startup costs. The broader rare earth sector also gained momentum amid U.S. supply chain support and defense contracts. Looking ahead, MP Materials expects higher NdPr production in Q3 and plans commercial magnet shipments to General Motors in Q4 2026.