Rare earth mining and processing stocks, including USA Rare Earth and MP Materials, fell 5%, while Critical Metals declined 3%, reflecting broad sector pressure rather than company-specific issues. The VanEck Rare Earth and Strategic Metals ETF also dropped 3%, signaling wider weakness in critical minerals compared to the overall market. USA Rare Earth recently appointed a new CEO aiming to integrate its diverse operations across mining, processing, and magnet production. Investors are watching if the sector selloff will stabilize or deepen, with analysts suggesting cautious position sizing due to ongoing execution risks and market volatility.
As of Oct 07, 2026 22:11 WIB, MP Materials trades at USD 45.94 on Pluang, showing a 1-day decline of 5.34%, consistent with the sector's downward trend. The stock's market capitalization stands at $8.64 billion, with a typical hold time of 10 days among Pluang investors. Order activity on Pluang leans toward buying, with 67% of orders being buys versus 33% sells, highlighting ongoing investor interest despite recent losses.
