Rare Earths: China Reaffirms Its Dominance in a Strategic Global Market

Growing Tensions Surrounding Critical Metals and Rare Earths Highlighted in Latest CyclOpe Annual Report

The latest annual report on commodities, CyclOpe, led by Philippe Chalmin and Yves Jégourel and published on June 2, 2026, sheds light on the escalating tensions surrounding critical metals and rare earth elements. These materials have become central to the global economy, particularly in the context of artificial intelligence and the energy transition.