China’s Antimony Ban Sent Prices Up 2,600%. Rare Earths Are Next

China's sudden ban on antimony exports in 2024 caused a dramatic 2,600% price increase and a 97% drop in shipments to the U.S., highlighting Beijing's influence over strategic materials essential for military munitions. This move sets the stage for potential future controls on rare earth elements, which are crucial for advanced technology and defense. REalloys, a U.S.-based company, is gearing up for this shift by focusing on sustainable mining and processing of rare earths, signaling a broader geopolitical shift in resource control.