Overview
- Less Common Metals will use its metal and alloy expertise to supply high‑quality rare‑earth materials for Arnold’s advanced permanent magnets, the companies said.
- USA Rare Earth completed the acquisition of LCM in November 2025 and plans to use LCM to provide alloy feedstock for its Stillwater, Oklahoma NdFeB magnet facility.
- The Stillwater plant remains scheduled for commissioning in the first quarter of 2026, according to the company.
- CEO Barbara Humpton said the agreement strengthens U.S. and European supply chains by securing inputs outside China for aerospace, defense, automotive, and energy uses.
- USA Rare Earth shares rose about 6% to $14.88 following the announcement, Benzinga reported.