Lynas jumps after winning temporary extension for Malaysia rare earth plant

Calls getting louder for domestic US rare earth production.

"There's more gold in a pound of electronics than a pound of ore."

Strongest material known to man

Governments around the world have become increasingly attentive to rare earths as their strategic value has become clearer.

The number of global deals has fallen to its lowest level since 2005.

The federal bill aims to ensure companies source responsibly.

The deposit contains rare earths that are 20 to 30 times more concentrated than those coming from China.

INTERACTIVE MAP: Explore active mines by company, country, and the year that the mine was acquired.

Technique could also be applied to purify rare earth elements.