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Why America’s rare-earth strategy increasingly depends on controlling everything from mine to magnet
USA Rare Earth has combined Brazil’s Serra Verde mine with processing, metallurgy and a planned $1.2 billion South Carolina magnet complex. The strategy reflects a growing recognition that Western rare-earth security requires control of the entire chain between ore and finished permanent magnets.
September 27, 2026
USA Rare Earth closes Serra Verde deal with $300m cash, 126.8m shares
USA Rare Earth completed its Serra Verde combination on September 3 with $300 million of cash and 126.8 million shares, then broke ground six days later on a $1.2 billion South Carolina magnet facility targeting 2028 commissioning.
September 11, 2026
USA Rare Earth lands $750m U.S. government backing for Serra Verde rare earth supply
USA Rare Earth secured $1.55B of backing for Serra Verde, including $750M from the U.S. government and a $300M purchase contract.
August 24, 2026