Rare-earth stocks are grabbing headlines lately, as China tightens its grip on exports in the midst of the ongoing trade war with the United States. With the spotlight on critical minerals, U.S. policymakers are prioritizing mining, production, and processing to bolster domestic manufacturing. Three stocks to pay close attention to in 2026 are MP Materials (NYSE: MP), The Metals Company (NASDAQ: TMC), and USA Rare Earth (NASDAQ: USAR). Here's what investors need to know about investing in these up-and-com ...