Rare Earths vs. Copper: Should You Buy MP Materials or Freeport-McMoRan?

The article compares two commodity plays: MP Materials, a rare-earth producer with government backing and price protections, versus Freeport-McMoRan, an established copper giant benefiting from data center and power grid demand. MP Materials offers higher growth potential but more volatility, while Freeport-McMoRan provides stability with strong copper demand expected to grow 50% by 2040.