Core Viewpoint - The report from Everbright Securities highlights the increasing importance of strategic metals (copper, aluminum, cobalt, nickel, tin, antimony, tungsten, rare earths) due to supply disruptions and the limitations in production capacity in China and abroad [1][2]. Group 1: Strategic Metal Storage Initiatives - Australia announced a strategic reserve plan for critical minerals worth AUD 1.2 billion, with AUD 185 million allocated for necessary mineral reserves, prioritizing antimony, gallium, and rare earths [2] - The European Commission approved a resource revival action plan to raise EUR 3 billion for supply chain strategies, establishing a platform to support critical material reserves [2] - The U.S. Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) plans to procure USD 500 million in cobalt, USD 245 million in antimony, USD 100 million in tantalum, and USD 45 million in scandium [2] Group 2: Investment Opportunities in Strategic Metals - The focus on strategic metal storage in the U.S. and Australia presents significant investment opportunities, particularly in metals with concentrated supply chains and security risks, such as cobalt from the Democratic Republic of Congo and lithium from South America [3] - The rapid development of AI and energy transition is expected to drive demand for copper, aluminum, and tin, although supply constraints exist for these metals [4] - Military-related metals like tungsten, antimony, and rare earths are facing tightening supply, with production declines attributed to lower resource grades and regulatory controls [5] Group 3: Supply Concentration and Constraints - Copper, lithium, cobalt, and nickel supply is highly concentrated in South America, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Indonesia, with Chile and Peru accounting for 35% of global copper production and the Democratic Republic of Congo producing 76% of global cobalt [4] - The rapid growth of AI is expected to significantly increase demand for copper, aluminum, and tin, but supply for these metals is constrained [4] - Tungsten, antimony, and rare earths are critical for military applications, but their production has decreased due to resource management practices and regulatory measures [5] Group 4: Investment Recommendations - For copper, recommended companies include Zijin Mining, Luoyang Molybdenum, and Western Mining [5] - For aluminum, Yunnan Aluminum is recommended, with China Aluminum as a focus [5] - For cobalt and nickel, Huayou Cobalt is recommended, with attention to Liqin Resources and Shengtun Mining [5] - For tungsten, focus on China Tungsten High-tech [5] - For tin, Xiyang Tin Industry is recommended, with interest in Xingye Silver Tin [5] - For antimony, Huaxi Nonferrous is highlighted, and for rare earths, Northern Rare Earth is recommended with a focus on China Rare Earth [5]

Group 1 - The Baotou Rare Earth Products Exchange (referred to as "Rare Exchange") officially launched its rare earth price index on January 9, 2025, utilizing its own trading data and extensive compliance trade data [1] - The index covers mainstream rare earth products such as lanthanum, cerium, praseodymium, and neodymium, and is compiled using a rigorous index model from research institutions [1] - Baotou Steel (600010) and Northern Rare Earth (600111) announced an adjustment of the rare earth concentrate transaction price to 26,834 yuan/ton (excluding tax), a 2.4% increase from the previous period [1] Group 2 - Northern Rare Earth is the largest supplier of light rare earth products in China and globally, with China's rare earth resources accounting for approximately 40% of global reserves [2] - From Q3 2024, the price of rare earth concentrates has been raised six consecutive times, with significant price increases observed in various rare earth products [2] - Northern Rare Earth reported a revenue of 30.292 billion yuan for the first three quarters of 2025, a year-on-year increase of 40.50%, and a net profit of 1.541 billion yuan, up 280.27% [2] Group 3 - The demand for rare earth permanent magnets is the largest consumption area for rare earths, with the electric vehicle sector expected to account for about 50% of future demand for high-performance neodymium-iron-boron magnets [3] - The CAGR for rare earth demand is projected to exceed 13% over the next three years, driven by rapid growth in electric vehicles, energy-efficient motors, and wind power generation [3] Group 4 - Jinli Permanent Magnet (300748) expects a net profit of 505 million to 550 million yuan for the first three quarters of 2025, representing a year-on-year increase of 157% to 179% [4] - China Rare Earth (00769) is primarily engaged in the manufacturing and sales of rare earth and refractory products, including metal oxides and fluorescent products [4] Group 5 - Minmetals Resources (01208) is expected to achieve revenues of 48.3 billion, 64.5 billion, and 68.7 billion HKD from 2025 to 2027, with net profits projected at 5.6 billion, 10.4 billion, and 12.1 billion HKD respectively [5] - China Aluminum (601600) is a leading enterprise in the aluminum industry, involved in the exploration and mining of bauxite and coal, as well as the production and sales of alumina, primary aluminum, and carbon products [5]

Core Viewpoint - The Baotou Rare Earth Products Exchange (referred to as "Rare Exchange") has officially launched a rare earth price index, which aims to provide timely, accurate, and transparent price references for the rare earth industry in China [1]. Group 1: Price Index Launch - The rare earth price index is based on the exchange's trading data and extensive collection of compliant trade data, utilizing a rigorous index model developed by research institutions [1]. - The index covers mainstream rare earth products such as lanthanum, cerium, praseodymium, and neodymium, reflecting the overall price trends and market changes of rare earth products in China [1]. - The index was announced on December 5, 2025, during the 2025 Entrepreneurs Forum in Boao, and has garnered significant attention from the rare earth industry [1]. Group 2: Future Developments - The Rare Exchange plans to continuously optimize the index content, enrich the index system, expand the index platform, and enhance the promotion of index applications [1]. - The goal is to establish the index as an indispensable "barometer" and "weather vane" for the circulation of rare earth products in China, contributing to the development of a unified national market for the rare earth industry [1]. Group 3: Company Background - The Rare Exchange was established with contributions from 13 major rare earth enterprises and related institutions, including Northern Rare Earth and China Rare Earth [2]. - The exchange was officially launched on March 28, 2014, after passing national inspections and has since received recognition as a national high-tech enterprise in 2022 [2]. Group 4: Price Adjustments - On January 9, 2026, Baogang Co. and Northern Rare Earth announced an increase in the associated transaction price for rare earth concentrates for the first quarter of 2026 to 26,834 yuan/ton (excluding tax, dry weight, REO=50%) [2][3]. - The price adjustment mechanism indicates that for every 1% change in REO, the price will increase or decrease by 536.68 yuan/ton [3]. - The previous quarter's price was set at 26,205 yuan/ton, reflecting a 37% increase compared to the prior quarter [3]. Group 5: Market Trends - Since the beginning of 2024, the trading prices of rare earth concentrates have been on the rise [4]. - Rare earth elements are classified into light and heavy rare earths, with heavy rare earths being rarer and more unevenly distributed, primarily concentrated in China [4].

股份發行人及根據《上市規則》第十九B章上市的香港預託證券發行人的證券變動月報表 截至月份: 2025年12月31日 狀態: 新提交 致：香港交易及結算所有限公司 公司名稱: 中國稀土控股有限公司 呈交日期: 2026年1月5日 I. 法定/註冊股本變動 | 1. 股份分類 | 普通股 | 股份類別 | 不適用 | | | 於香港聯交所上市 (註1) | 是 | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 證券代號 (如上市) | 00769 | 說明 | | | | | | | | | | | 法定/註冊股份數目 | | | 面值 | | | 法定/註冊股本 | | | 上月底結存 | | | 4,000,000,000 | HKD | | 0.1 | HKD | | 400,000,000 | | 增加 / 減少 (-) | | | | | | | HKD | | 0 | | 本月底結存 | | | 4,000,000,000 | HKD | | 0.1 | HKD | | 400,000,000 | 本月底法定/註 ...

Core Viewpoint - China Rare Earth (00769.HK) announced the resignation of its auditor, Tianjian Deyang Accounting Firm, effective December 24, 2025, and the appointment of Zhengzheng Accounting Firm as the new external auditor starting January 2, 2026 [1] Group 1 - The board of directors and the audit committee received a resignation letter from Tianjian Deyang on December 24, 2025 [1] - The appointment of Zhengzheng Accounting Firm was recommended by the audit committee and approved by the board [1] - The term of the new auditor will last until the conclusion of the next annual general meeting of the company [1]

Core Viewpoint - China Rare Earth (00769.HK) announced the resignation of its auditor, Tianjian Deyang, effective December 24, 2025, and the appointment of Zhengzheng Accounting Firm as the new external auditor starting January 2, 2026 [1] Group 1 - The board of directors and the audit committee received a resignation letter from Tianjian Deyang dated December 24, 2025 [1] - The appointment of Zhengzheng Accounting Firm was recommended by the audit committee and approved by the board [1] - The term of the new auditor will last until the conclusion of the next annual general meeting of the company [1]

香港交易及結算所有限公司及香港聯合交易所有限公司對本公告的內容概不 負 責，對 其 準 確 性 或 完 整 性 亦 不 發 表 任 何 聲 明，並 明 確 表 示，概 不 就 因 本 公 告全部或任何部分內容而產生或因倚賴該等內容而引致的任何損失承擔任何 責 任。 (1) 更 換 核 數 師； 及 (2) 董事會就調查進度發表的聲明 本 公 告 乃 由 中 國 稀 土 控 股 有 限 公 司（「本公司」，連 同 其 附 屬 公 司 統 稱「本集團」） 董 事（「董 事」，並 各 自 稱 為「董 事」）會（「董事會」）根 據 香 港 聯 合 交 易 所 有 限 公 司 證券上市規則第13.51(4)條 而 作 出。 茲 提 述 本 公 司 日 期 為 二 零 二 五 年 五 月 二 十 八 日、二 零 二 五 年 六 月 十 一 日、二 零 二 五 年 六 月 十 六 日、二 零 二 五 年 七 月 四 日、二 零 二 五 年 七 月 八 日、二 零 二 五 年 八 月 八 日 及 二 零 二 五 年 十 二 月 八 日 的 公 告（「該等公告」），內 容 有 關（其 中 包 括） 本 集 團 收 購 鎢 條 ...

香港交易及結算所有限公司及香港聯合交易所有限公司對本公告的內容概不 負 責，對 其 準 確 性 或 完 整 性 亦 不 發 表 任 何 聲 明，並 明 確 表 示，概 不 對 因 本 公 告全部或任何部份內容而產生或因倚賴該等內容而引致的任何損失承擔任何 責 任。 內幕消息 (1) 復 牌 進 展 之 季 度 更 新； 及 (2) 繼續暫停買賣 復牌進展之最新情況 誠 如 復 牌 指 引 公 告 所 披 露，聯 交 所 已 為 本 公 司 制 定 復 牌 指 引。 業務營運之最新情況 本公司財務顧問 富域資本有限公司 本 公 告 乃 由 中 國 稀 土 控 股 有 限 公 司（「本公司」）董 事（「董 事」，並 各 自 稱 為「董 事」） 會（「董事會」）根 據 香 港 聯 合 交 易 所 有 限 公 司（「聯交所」）證 券 上 市 規 則（「上市規 則」）第13.09及13.10條 及 證 券 及 期 貨 條 例（香 港 法 例 第571章）第XIVA部項下之內 幕 消 息 條 文（定 義 見 上 市 規 則）而 作 出。 茲提述(i)本公司日期為二零二五年八月八日及二十九日之公告（「復牌指引公告」）， 內 ...

Core Viewpoint - Rare earth concept stocks weakened in early trading, with significant declines observed in companies such as Jin Feng Technology, China Rare Earth, and Northern Rare Earth, alongside a drop in related ETFs [1][2]. Group 1: Stock Performance - Jin Feng Technology fell over 6%, China Rare Earth dropped over 4%, and both Northern Rare Earth and Wolong Electric Drive decreased by more than 3% [1]. - Rare earth-related ETFs experienced a decline of over 3% [1]. Group 2: Market Analysis - Analysts indicate that rare earths, as core resources for high-end manufacturing and strategic emerging industries, are showing a resonant pattern on both supply and demand sides [2]. - The strategic position of the rare earth industry chain is expected to further solidify, providing long-term driving force for high-end manufacturing development due to increased supply concentration and upgraded demand structure [2].

香港交易及結算所有限公司及香港聯合交易所有限公司對本公告的內容概不 負 責，對 其 準 確 性 或 完 整 性 亦 不 發 表 任 何 聲 明，並 明 確 表 示，概 不 就 因 本 公 告全部或任何部分內容而產生或因倚賴該等內容而引致的任何損失承擔任何 責 任。 富域資本有限公司 本 公 告 乃 由 中 國 稀 土 控 股 有 限 公 司（「本公司」，連 同 其 附 屬 公 司 統 稱「本集團」） 董 事（「董 事」，並 各 自 稱 為「董 事」）會（「董事會」）根 據 香 港 聯 合 交 易 所 有 限 公 司（「聯 交 所」）證 券 上 市 規 則（「上市規則」）第13.09條 及 證 券 及 期 貨 條 例（香 港 法 例 第571 章）（「證券及期貨條例」）第XIVA部項下之內幕消息條文（定義見上市規則）而作出。 茲 提 述 本 公 司 日 期 為 二 零 二 五 年 五 月 二 十 八 日、二 零 二 五 年 六 月 十 一 日、二 零 二 五 年 六 月 十 六 日、二 零 二 五 年 七 月 四 日、二 零 二 五 年 七 月 八 日 及 二 零 二 五 年 八 月 八 日 的 公 告（「該等 ...