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Lynas Rare Earths Limited (ASX:LYC)

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Current share price for LYC : $11.350 -9.04 (-44.34%)+
Release
21 Apr 2026 8:49AM
Price at Release
$20.390
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Summary
Lynas Rare Earths Limited reported a robust performance for the quarter ending 31 March 2026, with record-high quarterly sales revenue of A$265 million, a notable 115% increase from the same period the previous year. This growth was primarily driven by increased sales volumes and prices for Neodymium-Praseodymium (NdPr) and total Rare Earth Oxide (REO) products. Additionally, the company successfully commenced production of Samarium oxide, enhancing their position as a leading commercial producer of both light and heavy rare earths. Lynas also secured strategic agreements with Japan and the U.S., including a renewed 12-year supply agreement with Japan Australia Rare Earths B.V. (JARE) and a letter of intent with the U.S. government for rare earth supply. The company advanced its growth projects, including the expansion of heavy rare earth processing facilities and a new framework agreement for rare earth metal production in Vietnam. Operations at Mt Weld and Kalgoorlie showed significant progress, including the successful commissioning of a new water recycling facility and process improvements in Malaysia.
Key Points
  • Record-high quarterly sales revenue of A$265 million.
  • 115% increase in revenue compared to the prior year.
  • Successful production commencement of Samarium oxide.
  • Strategic agreements with Japan and the U.S.
  • Commencement of a 12-year supply agreement with JARE.
  • Letter of intent with the U.S. government for rare earth supply.
  • Expansions in heavy rare earth processing facilities.
  • New framework agreement for rare earth metal production in Vietnam.
  • Operational advancements at Mt Weld and Kalgoorlie.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This information is autogenerated and has not been reviewed for accuracy or completeness. You should refer to the full announcement here for further information.