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MP Materials Scaling Rare Earth Production | Business and Finance News

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MP Materials is on a high-growth trajectory, scaling up both its materials and magnetics businesses with strong demand driving record output. NdPr production surged 41% year-over-year despite a planned shutdown, with sales more than doubling — and they’re expanding capacity with new separation and recycling facilities. A major nine-figure deal to supply gadolinium oxide to a U.S. aerospace and defense client marks their strategic push into heavy rare earths, backed by disciplined investment in high-return products. Financially, the materials segment generated $113M in revenue and saw a $45M EBITDA jump. Magnetics is heating up too: magnets are already being tested by GM, commercial shipments expected by Q4, and precursor margins are strong. Construction of their next-phase magnet plant is accelerating, with foundation work underway and long-lead equipment ordered — fueled by booming interest from automotive, industrial, and defense sectors. They’ve even launched “Project Swarm” to secure future magnet demand for autonomous systems. Looking ahead, MP Materials expects continued volume growth in NdPr, focused on building resilient, domestic critical material capabilities — patiently investing for long-term value and risk management. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e3a2f7025f5f54ba

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