Biden plans to allow mines that produce EV metals to be developed under existing environmental standards, rather than face a tightened process that would apply to other materials.
Prices for some rare earths in China, such as praseodymium-neodymium, have spiked to multi-year highs this year amid strong demand from the electric vehicle sector.
CEO Sebastien de Montessus said his priority now is to show shareholders he is committed to organic growth in six core gold mines across Ivory Coast, Senegal, and Burkina Faso.
Brokers say data the London Metal Exchange is using to support its proposal to shut its trading floor exaggerates the use of electronic platforms during coronavirus lockdowns.