Zhi Tong Cai Jing·2025-12-05 16:41Core Viewpoint - U.S. mining stocks experienced a significant rally, driven by government plans to increase stakes in key mineral companies, which has historically boosted stock prices [1] Group 1: Market Reaction - U.S. mining stocks saw a broad increase, with notable gains including an 8% rise for Albemarle (ALB.US), over 4% for Trilogy Metals (TMQ.US), and over 2% for MP Materials (MP.US) [1] Group 2: Government Actions - The U.S. government has invested over $1 billion in acquiring stakes in key mineral and mining companies over the past year, which has contributed to rising stock prices [1] - Specific transactions include a $400 million investment for a 15% stake in MP Materials (MP.US), a $670 million stake in magnet producer VMC (VMC.US), and a $35.6 million stake in Trilogy Metals (TMQ.US) for 10% [1] - In September, the government announced plans to acquire shares in Lithium Americas (LAC.US), which is developing the largest lithium deposit in the U.S., as part of a restructuring of a $2.23 billion existing loan agreement with the Department of Energy [1]