Global markets received an unwelcome jolt in April when the Chinese government began to require pre-approval for exports of medium and heavy rare-earth elements. Official statements and state-linked ...

Deep in an underground, World War II-era vault on the outskirts of Frankfurt, Germany, investment manager Louis O'Connor guards his firm's most valuable assets. The treasure inside? Rare earth ...

China spent the last five years cultivating innovation and new technology at home. The next half decade will be dedicated to deploying the fruits of its labor to transform its economy – and its place ...