Where are The World's Rare Earth Minerals Located?
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A map highlights the global distribution of rare earth elements (REEs) reserves, with China holding nearly half of the global total, followed by Brazil and other countries. The uneven distribution poses potential supply chain risks. The data is based on the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) 2025 estimates.
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Rare earth elements (REEs) are the backbone of modern technology, from EV motors and wind turbines to smartphones and precision-guided systems. This map, via Visual Capitalist's Bruno Venditti, breaks down where the world’s known rare earth reserves are located in 2025, highlighting how concentrated they are across a handful of countries. The data for this visualization comes from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). The distribution is highly uneven. China alone holds nearly half of the global total, followed by Brazil’s…
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Original article published by OilPrice.com on December 30, 2025. Analysis and insights provided by AnalystMarkets AI.