The market for rare earth metals was valued at USD 5.13 billion in 2024, and is projected to reach USD 7.38 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 6.2%. The market for rare earth metals is experiencing increased demand, driven by their importance and important role in enabling modern technology solutions and clean energy applications. These metals, which include neodymium, dysprosium, praseodymium, etc., are essential components in high-strength permanent magnets used to power electric vehicle motors, wind turbine generators, and numerous electronic devices.
As the global call for decarbonization and renewable energy strengthens, so does the call for rare earth elements from the automotive, wind energy, and electronics sectors. Recent advances in defense systems, medical devices, and robotics further expand the relevance of rare earth metals to industry. As more countries focus on acquiring stable and diversified supply chains for rare earths to lessen dependence on a small number of key suppliers, exploration, mining and processing activity is on the rise across the globe. Furthermore, government incentives for clean technology adoption and infrastructure construction in Asia Pacific, North America, and Europe provide additional demand for rare earths. With increasing reliance, rare earth metals are now increasingly viewed as strategic resources for global energy and digital transition.
The growth of rare earth-based permanent magnets has also increased interest in terbium due to its ability to improve the thermal stability and magnetic performance of neodymium-based magnets in electric vehicles, small electronics, robots, and wind turbines. In addition to rare earth metals and permanent magnet development, ongoing research into fuel cell technology and possible applications in next-generation clean energy systems continues to broaden the range of uses of terbium. As industries globally seek to enhance energy efficiency, miniaturize, and the performance of electronic equipment, the demand for terbium oxide and the related terbium elements will grow as well. Collectively, these developments lend themselves to terbium oxide being the fastest-growing type segment of the rare earth metals market during the forecast period.
As electric vehicles (EVs) are deployed at a high rate, demand for these smaller, more efficient motors becomes stronger. The same can be said of the infrastructure for renewable energy, particularly, wind energy, in the form of offshore and onshore turbines. In general, an increased need for powerful magnets capable of producing energy conversion systems to convert generator acceleration. Permanent magnets have wide ranging applications in daily use items like smart phones, headphones, and appliances, just to name a few. Demand is growing and therefore should be assumed to see healthy growth based on global transitioning to clean technology, smart applications, and decarbonized sources of electricity. Without reservation, permanent magnets would be the fastest advancing application in the rare earth metals market from both a volume and value perspective.
The production of electric vehicles, increased installations of wind power, and solid consumer electronics manufacturing are therefore contributing to the rapid demand in the Asia Pacific, which is supported by international government efforts to reduce carbon emissions, enhance domestic supply chains, and support high-tech manufacturing investments. The extraordinary demand for rare earths in the region is equally supported by the many leading manufacturers and existing rare earth processing capacity. Consumption is expected to grow further with urbanization, digital transformation, and energy transition. Therefore, Asia Pacific is expected to remain the fastest-growing region in the rare earth metals market throughout the forecast period.
As the global call for decarbonization and renewable energy strengthens, so does the call for rare earth elements from the automotive, wind energy, and electronics sectors. Recent advances in defense systems, medical devices, and robotics further expand the relevance of rare earth metals to industry. As more countries focus on acquiring stable and diversified supply chains for rare earths to lessen dependence on a small number of key suppliers, exploration, mining and processing activity is on the rise across the globe. Furthermore, government incentives for clean technology adoption and infrastructure construction in Asia Pacific, North America, and Europe provide additional demand for rare earths. With increasing reliance, rare earth metals are now increasingly viewed as strategic resources for global energy and digital transition.
Based on type, the terbium oxide segment is expected to grow at the highest CAGR during forecast period.
Based on type, the terbium oxide segment is projected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period because of its emerging applications in the development of advanced electronics, green technologies, and energy-efficient lighting systems. Terbium oxide is a crucial material in the production of phosphors used in fluorescent lamps, LED lights, and display devices, such as televisions, smartphones, and monitors. It has unique luminescent properties that make terbium oxide essential in green phosphors, while allowing for improved color rendering and light output in today’s display technology. Terbium dopants are used in solid-state devices and also play a role in magneto-optical storage.The growth of rare earth-based permanent magnets has also increased interest in terbium due to its ability to improve the thermal stability and magnetic performance of neodymium-based magnets in electric vehicles, small electronics, robots, and wind turbines. In addition to rare earth metals and permanent magnet development, ongoing research into fuel cell technology and possible applications in next-generation clean energy systems continues to broaden the range of uses of terbium. As industries globally seek to enhance energy efficiency, miniaturize, and the performance of electronic equipment, the demand for terbium oxide and the related terbium elements will grow as well. Collectively, these developments lend themselves to terbium oxide being the fastest-growing type segment of the rare earth metals market during the forecast period.
Based on application, the permanent magnets segment is projected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period.
Based on application, the permanent magnets segment projected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period owing to their importance in fast growing industries, i.e., electric vehicles, wind energy, consumer electronics, and industrial automation. Rare earth-based permanent magnets, neodymium-iron-boron (NdFeB), and samarium-cobalt (SmCo) magnets possess higher magnetic strength, heat resistance, and energy efficiency, and also lend favorably to utilization in performance-based systems, such as small size motors/generators. These motors/generators are ideally needed as automakers embrace electrification of vehicles at a much faster pace.As electric vehicles (EVs) are deployed at a high rate, demand for these smaller, more efficient motors becomes stronger. The same can be said of the infrastructure for renewable energy, particularly, wind energy, in the form of offshore and onshore turbines. In general, an increased need for powerful magnets capable of producing energy conversion systems to convert generator acceleration. Permanent magnets have wide ranging applications in daily use items like smart phones, headphones, and appliances, just to name a few. Demand is growing and therefore should be assumed to see healthy growth based on global transitioning to clean technology, smart applications, and decarbonized sources of electricity. Without reservation, permanent magnets would be the fastest advancing application in the rare earth metals market from both a volume and value perspective.
Asia Pacific region to grow at highest CAGR during forecast period
The Asia Pacific region is expected to achieve the highest CAGR in the rare earth metals market during the forecast period, driven by its large industrial base, rapid technology development, and increasing demand for clean energy solutions. The industrialized nations in this region, such as China, Japan, South Korea, and India, are leading the adoption of technologies that depend on rare earths, like electric vehicles, renewable energy systems, and advanced electronics. China is the clear leader in the entire rare earths value chain, including mining, refining, and magnet production, providing a vast competitive edge for the entire region.The production of electric vehicles, increased installations of wind power, and solid consumer electronics manufacturing are therefore contributing to the rapid demand in the Asia Pacific, which is supported by international government efforts to reduce carbon emissions, enhance domestic supply chains, and support high-tech manufacturing investments. The extraordinary demand for rare earths in the region is equally supported by the many leading manufacturers and existing rare earth processing capacity. Consumption is expected to grow further with urbanization, digital transformation, and energy transition. Therefore, Asia Pacific is expected to remain the fastest-growing region in the rare earth metals market throughout the forecast period.
- By Company Type: Tier 1: 40%, Tier 2: 25%, Tier 3: 35%
- By Designation: C Level: 35%, Director Level: 30%, Others: 35%
- By Region: North America: 25%, Europe: 20%, Asia Pacific: 45%, Middle East & Africa: 5%, and South America: 5%.
Companies Covered:
Lynas Rare Earths Ltd. (Australia), Australian Strategic Materials Ltd. (Australia), Arafura Rare Earths Limited (Australia), Shenghe Resources Holding Co. Ltd (China), China Rare Earth Holdings Limited (China), Baotou HEFA Rare Earth Co. Ltd. (China), Canada Rare Earth Corporation (Canada), Northern Minerals (Australia), MP Materials (US), and Avalon Advanced Materials Inc. (Canada) are some key players in rare earth metals market.Research Coverage
The market study covers the rare earth metals market across various segments. It aims to estimate the market size and the growth potential of this market across different segments based on type, application, and region. The study also includes an in-depth competitive analysis of the key players in the market, their company profiles, key observations related to their products and business offerings, recent developments undertaken by them, and key growth strategies adopted by them to improve their positions in the rare earth metals market.Key Benefits of Buying the Report
The report is expected to help the market leaders/new entrants in this market share the closest approximations of the revenue numbers of the overall rare earth metals market and its segments and subsegments. This report is projected to help stakeholders understand the competitive landscape of the market, gain insights to improve the position of their businesses, and plan suitable go-to-market strategies. The report also aims to help stakeholders understand the pulse of the market and provides them with information on the key market drivers, challenges, and opportunities.The report provides insights on the following pointers:
- Analysis of Key Drivers (Growing renewable energy sector & Initiatives by associations and regulatory bodies), restraints (Fluctuations in the costs of rare earth metals), opportunities (Magnet-to-Magnet closed-loop manufacturing and Strategic Procurement Partnerships with Governments), and challenges (Limited Recycling Infrastructure and High Environmental and Regulatory Compliance Costs) influencing the growth of the rare earth metals market.
- Product Development/Innovation: Detailed insights on upcoming technologies, research & development activities, and product & service launches in the rare earth metals market.
- Market Development: Comprehensive information about profitable markets - the report analyzes the rare earth metals market across varied regions.
- Market Diversification: Exhaustive information about new products & services, untapped geographies, recent developments, and investments in the rare earth metals market.
- Competitive Assessment: In-depth assessment of market shares, growth strategies, and service offerings of leading players like as Lynas Rare Earths Ltd. (Australia), Australian Strategic Materials Ltd. (Australia), Arafura Rare Earths Limited (Australia), Shenghe Resources Holding Co. Ltd (China), China Rare Earth Holdings Limited (China), Baotou HEFA Rare Earth Co. Ltd. (China), Canada Rare Earth Corporation (Canada), Northern Minerals (Australia), MP Materials (US), Avalon Advanced Materials Inc. (Canada), and others in the rare earth metals market. The report also helps stakeholders understand the pulse of the rare earth metals market and provides them with information on key market drivers, restraints, challenges, and opportunities.
Table of Contents
1 Introduction
2 Research Methodology
4 Premium Insights
5 Market Overview
6 Industry Trends
7 Rare Earth Metals Market, by Type
8 Rare Earth Metals Market, by Application
9 Regional Analysis
10 Competitive Landscape
11 Company Profiles
12 Adjacent & Related Market
13 Appendix
List of Tables
List of Figures
Companies Mentioned
- Lynas Rare Earths Ltd
- Australian Strategic Materials Ltd.
- Arafura Rare Earths
- China Rare Earth Holdings Limited.
- Shenghe Resources Holding Co. Ltd.
- China Northern Rare Earth (Group) High-Tech Co. Ltd.
- Canada Rare Earth Corporation
- Northern Minerals
- Mp Materials
- Avalon Advanced Materials Inc.
- Ucore Rare Metals Inc.
- Eutectix LLC
- American Rare Earths
- Rainbow Rare Earths Limited
- Rare Element Resources
- Energy Transition Minerals Ltd.
- Neo
- Iluka Resources Limited
- Pensana plc
- Altona Rare Earths plc
- Appia Rare Earths & Uranium Corp.
- Frontier Rare Earths Limited
- Namibia Critical Metals Inc.
- Mitsubishi Corporation Rtm Japan Ltd.
- Hastings Technology Metals Limited
Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 382 |
| Published | August 2025 |
| Forecast Period | 2025 - 2030 |
| Estimated Market Value in 2025 | 5139.1 million |
| Forecasted Market Value by 2030 | 7386.3 million |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 6.2% |
| Regions Covered | Global |
| No. of Companies Mentioned | 25 |
