Morgan Stanley and UBS Boost Outlook for MP Materials and Albemarle
Morgan Stanley upgrades MP Materials on U.S. rare earth supply needs, while UBS boosts Albemarle expecting a lithium deficit in 2026.
Morgan Stanley upgrades MP Materials on U.S. rare earth supply needs, while UBS boosts Albemarle expecting a lithium deficit in 2026.
The US government plans to take more equity stakes in critical minerals companies to reduce reliance on China and strengthen national security supply chains.
BMO Capital upgrades MP Materials to Outperform, citing strategic importance and an appealing valuation despite lower rare earth prices.
Goldman Sachs upgrades MP Materials to Buy with a $77 target, while Canaccord raises Lithium Americas to Hold. Analysts cite stronger market outlooks and strategic advantages.
China is creating a new rare earth licensing system to simplify exports, but full removal of restrictions remains uncertain, industry insiders say.
MP Materials posts wider Q3 2025 loss after stopping China sales to meet U.S. government requirements. Company expects profit return in Q4 with Pentagon agreements.