RE: Trump rises Tariffs on China Rare Earth supply disruption looms10 Apr 2025 09:29
REMX Rare Earths ETF Surges 11.52%
The VanEck Rare Earth and Strategic Metals ETF soared 11.52% today after President Donald Trump announced a 90-day pause on tariffs for 90 countries willing to negotiate trade deals with the U.S., while maintaining pressure on China with an additional 50% tariff hike.
The ETF, tracking companies in the rare earth and strategic metals sector, saw standout performances from holdings like Albemarle (+19%), Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile (+12%), and China Northern Rare Earth (+5%), reflecting market optimism over eased trade tensions for most nations.
China’s exclusion, coupled with its tightened rare earth export restrictions, underscores its dominance—supplying 90% of U.S. and 46.3% of EU rare earth needs. The tariff pause boosts prospects for non-Chinese producers.