Core Viewpoint - China is the largest country in the world in terms of rare earth resources, mining, production, and consumption, possessing a complete rare earth industry chain advantage [1] Group 1: Rare Earth Resources - According to USGS data, China's rare earth resource reserves account for approximately 40% of global totals, with a geographical distribution that is rich in medium and heavy rare earth resources, which have higher strategic value [1] Group 2: Market Demand - Rare earth permanent magnets are the largest consumption area for rare earths, experiencing rapid growth [1] - The demand for high-performance neodymium-iron-boron materials is most significantly driven by the electric vehicle sector, which is expected to account for about 50% of future demand [1] - Due to the rapid growth in sectors such as electric vehicles, energy-saving motors, and wind power generation, it is projected that the demand for high-performance neodymium-iron-boron magnetic materials will reach 212,000 tons by 2027, with a compound annual growth rate of 13% [1]