Gold stocks are trying fortify supply chains in the United States: Canaccord Genuity's Gianarikas

Rare Earth Industry Analysis - Rare earth magnets are crucial for various sectors like robotics, EVs, wind turbines, and industrial products, with an estimated demand of 50,000 tons per year in the US [4] - Current production plans of MP Materials (10,000 tons) and USA Rare Earths (4,800 tons) indicate a significant supply gap in the US magnet market [4] - The US aims to establish independence in the rare earth supply chain by bringing processing and magnet manufacturing back from China [3] - Government intervention, like the approach with MP Materials, is seen as a way to counter China's influence and support the development of a domestic rare earth supply chain [6][7] Nuclear Energy Sector - Oaklo is pursuing vertical integration to address bottlenecks in the US nuclear reactor buildout, focusing on asset ownership and fuel strategy [8] - Nuclear power is expected to grow as a percentage of the overall power generation in the US [9][10] - The US generally adds 50 gigawatts of power per year, and this is expected to accelerate, potentially doubling [9][10]