Rio Tinto to Seek Opportunities Beyond Own Operations

Shares of critical metal-related companies are trading lower as silver declines amid a stronger dollar and rising yields. Recent comments from the Fed's Barkin on inflation and future rate hikes prompt expectations of tighter monetary policy may raise costs for global consumers and could impact orders and demand.

Shares of copper-linked companies are trading higher on rising Chinese demand, after the Yangshan copper premium reached its highest level since October 2022. Supply issues and U.S. tariff concerns have contributed to recent strength.

USAR Falls Below 50-Day SMA: Is It Time to Hold or Exit the Stock?

USA Rare Earth (USAR) has fallen below its 50-day and 200-day moving averages, declining 18.8% over six months due to continued operating losses, negative gross margins, and significant cash burn from capacity expansion. While the Serra Verde acquisition and up to $1.6B in government-backed funding provide growth opportunities, the company faces near-term profitability pressure and execution risks as it ramps commercial production.

Shares of precious metals-related companies are trading lower. Elevated energy costs, dollar strength and rising Fed rate-hike expectations are eroding the price outlook for traditional inflation hedges such as gold and silver.

Bernstein Maintains Outperform on Rio Tinto, Raises Price Target to $89.5

Morgan Stanley Initiates Coverage On Rio Tinto with Underweight Rating, Announces Price Target of $90