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Mining Market Soars to $1.5 Trillion Amid Shifts

7/22/2025

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The market cap of the MINING.COM Top 50 miners hit nearly $1.50 trillion, increasing by $213 billion in 2025.
MP Materials, supported by a Pentagon deal, is valued at $11 billion, while China Northern Rare Earth maintains dominance.
Precious metals are gaining traction, with Canada overtaking Australia in miner value for the first time.
Traditional giants BHP and Rio Tinto have seen substantial value declines, now representing less than 24% of the index.

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Story summary

The market cap of the MINING.COM Top 50 miners hit nearly $1.50 trillion, increasing by $213 billion in 2025.
MP Materials, supported by a Pentagon deal, is valued at $11 billion, while China Northern Rare Earth maintains dominance.
Precious metals are gaining traction, with Canada overtaking Australia in miner value for the first time.
Traditional giants BHP and Rio Tinto have seen substantial value declines, now representing less than 24% of the index.