The Metal You've Never Heard Of Is Becoming a National-Security Priority -- and America Barely Mines It

Antimony, a critical metal used in ammunition, flame retardants, and batteries, has become a U.S. national-security priority as the country produces almost none domestically while relying on Chinese imports. The U.S. government's $2.9 billion loan to Perpetua Resources for its Stibnite project signals serious commitment to reshoring antimony supply. NevGold Corp. is positioning its Limousine Butte project in Nevada as a near-term antimony-gold producer, targeting production within 12-18 months through processing previously mined oxide material.