US moves away from critical mineral price floors, sources say
Published on: Jan. 29, 2026, 7:45 a.m. | Source: The Economic Times
The Trump administration is withdrawing from plans to set minimum prices for critical minerals projects. This decision stems from a lack of congressional funding and the challenges of market pricing. Officials have informed industry executives that projects must be financially independent. This marks a shift from previous commitments and could differentiate the U.S. from G7 partners discussing price support measures.
