Learn languages naturally with fresh, real content!

tap to translate recording

Explore By Region

flag GE Vernova partners with U.S. to boost yttrium stockpiles amid global shortages and price spikes.

flag GE Vernova is partnering with the U.S. government to expand strategic stockpiles of yttrium, a critical rare earth element used in aerospace and energy technologies, amid ongoing global shortages. flag The company says it has enough yttrium to meet demand through 2025 and into 2026, though details beyond early 2026 were not provided. flag China’s April export restrictions on yttrium and six other rare earths—imposed in response to U.S. tariffs—have disrupted supply chains, contributing to a 4,400% price surge outside China from January to November 2025. flag Despite a subsequent U.S.-China agreement to expedite exports, shortages persist across industries. flag GE Vernova is exploring alternative materials, acknowledging trade-offs in cost and performance, while prioritizing supply chain resilience.

9 Articles

Further Reading