Rare earth stocks rally as China delays export controls after Trump-Xi meeting
1. China delays rare earth export controls, boosting U.S. miners. 2. Rare earths are crucial for various industries, including automotive and defense. 3. Trump claims the rare earth export issue is settled after meeting Xi. 4. China produces 70% of the world's rare earths, posing a strategic challenge. 5. Agreement includes U.S. cutting fentanyl tariffs in exchange for China’s delay.