12 Oct 2025 | 5 Mins Read
China's rare-earth curbs threaten global chip supply chain stability
Flipitmoney
US and China trade tensions escalate as China imposes curbs on rare-earth mineral exports and the US responds with additional tariffs and software restrictions. China's restrictions target foreign companies, threatening to stall the global semiconductor industry. Key risks include weekslong shipment delays for ASML Holdings and price increases for rare earth-dependent magnets.