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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on March 24th, 2026 | 07:30 CET
Critical Raw Material for Ammunition: Antimony Resources Approaching a Key Milestone – and Then a US Government Entry?
Raw materials are increasingly becoming a critical factor in ammunition production. Alongside tungsten, antimony is one such material. This largely unknown mineral is critical for flame retardants, batteries, alloys, electronics, and, of course, ammunition. At the same time, the US is 100% reliant on imports. Antimony Resources is developing what is likely one of the most promising deposits in North America. A resource estimate is expected to be released by June. Then, the US government might even step in. This is speculation, but there have already been examples since last year of the Trump administration taking such decisive action to secure critical raw materials.
ReadCommented by Armin Schulz on March 23rd, 2026 | 07:30 CET
Is US Ammunition Capacity at Its Limit? Antimony Resources Delivers What Washington Needs for "Unlimited" Firepower
As geopolitical tensions mount in the Middle East and Washington speaks of "unlimited" ammunition capacity, a critical bottleneck in the supply chain is becoming increasingly apparent: antimony. This unassuming semimetal, essential for modern weapon systems and high-tech industries, is scarcer than ever. China has turned off the export tap. A Canadian company is stepping into this very vacuum. With one of North America's most promising projects, Antimony Resources aims to secure the West's strategic independence.
ReadCommented by Nico Popp on March 20th, 2026 | 08:15 CET
Defense Boom on Shaky Ground: Antimony Resources Reaps the Benefits, Risks at RTX and Olin
The defense industry is celebrating record orders, but supply chains for key raw materials reveal a structural weakness: the current defense boom is thus built on shaky ground. One example is the availability of the semimetal antimony. The US Geological Survey classifies antimony as a critical raw material, as there are no alternatives for its applications in modern defense technology. China controls an estimated 60 to 70% of global primary production and has recently dominated downstream processing through strict export controls on dual-use goods. This geopolitical instrumentalization of the raw material led to a price rally in which, according to media reports, antimony rose from USD 13,500 per ton in April 2024 to nearly USD 60,000 per ton at times. Rising prices are forcing the West to shift its focus to the beginning of the supply chain. Investors should shift their attention from the defense industry's multi-billion-dollar order books to securing raw materials, as the industry's giants depend on the development of secure North American deposits. This is where the still-small but promising company Antimony Resources comes into play.
ReadCommented by André Will-Laudien on March 18th, 2026 | 07:20 CET
200% Stock Surge: The Battle for Dominance in Critical Metals with Antimony Resources
It is remarkable how quickly critical metal shortages can translate into stock gains! Antimony Resources (ATMY | CA0369271014) stock soared from EUR 0.33 to EUR 1.00 within three months - a clean triple! The backdrop for this development likely lies in the multitude of geopolitical conflicts, as they require the use of extensive technology and military equipment. Here, the raw material antimony is at the top of procurement lists. In addition to all kinds of defense technology, the metal is also needed in data centers. Server racks contain kilograms of antimony-containing, flame-retardant cable sheathing. The solar industry also uses sodium antimonate, and complex specialty alloys benefit from the material properties of this flame-retardant element. What is next for Antimony Resources?
ReadCommented by Stefan Feulner on March 17th, 2026 | 07:15 CET
Antimony Resources: Geopolitics Is Driving Antimony Prices
Antimony is increasingly becoming a geopolitically important commodity. China dominates production, and export restrictions have already caused prices to rise sharply. At the same time, demand is growing from the defense, technology, and energy sectors. With the Bald Hill project, Antimony Resources is developing a potentially significant source of antimony for North America. New discoveries and high-grade drill results suggest that the project could have significantly greater potential than previously assumed.
ReadCommented by Fabian Lorenz on March 13th, 2026 | 07:00 CET
USD 5.6 billion in just a few days! Antimony, a key ammunition raw material, surges! Antimony Resources stock takes off!
The war against Iran is increasingly turning into a costly war of attrition for the US. The Trump administration was apparently convinced that massive military pressure would quickly cause the regime in Tehran to collapse. Instead, the conflict is dragging on, the enemy is proving more resilient than expected, and the US war objectives remain unclear. The bill is rising day by day. According to Reuters, expenditures for deployed ammunition alone in the first two days of the war totaled USD 5.6 billion. Against this backdrop, a scale of around USD 1 billion per day now almost seems reasonable. One thing is clear: ammunition is urgently needed. This makes critical raw materials even more critical. For investors, this presents opportunities.
ReadCommented by Armin Schulz on March 12th, 2026 | 07:20 CET
Antimony Resources: Why a war in Iran could unleash the silent antimony crisis
The first 48 hours of a modern conflict consume billions and reveal a dangerous dependency. When fighting in Iran escalated at the end of February 2026, the Pentagon estimated ammunition costs of USD 5.6 billion for the first two days alone. More than 2,000 precision weapons struck over 5,000 targets. What is missing from this tally, however, is the question of what material the projectiles are made of. Behind every missile fired lies a silent but critical raw material: antimony. The semi-metal hardens lead bullets, ensures precision in primers, and enables thermal imaging technology in guidance systems. And this is exactly where the real problem begins.
ReadCommented by Mario Hose on March 11th, 2026 | 07:00 CET
The “Silver Viper” strikes: How Silver Viper Minerals, United States Antimony, and ConocoPhillips can shake up your portfolio!
Even after a strong 2025, the commodities market in 2026 is more dynamic than ever before, and at the center of this development is a company that has just joined the ranks of top performers. Through smart acquisitions and impressive drilling results in Mexico, Silver Viper Minerals has carved out a position that is causing a stir among experts and investors alike. But while the glamour of gold and silver attracts many, there are strategically important assets operating in the shadow of precious metals, such as United States Antimony, which serve a completely different but essential niche that is becoming increasingly important, especially now in an era of global conflict and geopolitical flashpoints. This field is flanked by heavyweights such as ConocoPhillips, which acts as an anchor of stability in the energy sector. In this report, we highlight why these three very different stocks could be on the move right now in a world of shiny silver, rare metals, and global energy supply, and why they could be an asset to your portfolio.
ReadCommented by Nico Popp on March 10th, 2026 | 07:05 CET
Running out of ammunition? The key role of Antimony Resources, Rheinmetall, and Boeing
The arms industry is facing a severe test amid the war in the Middle East. The enormous consumption of ammunition is pushing already limited Western production capacities to their limits. While the US has raised its defense spending for 2026 to a record level of USD 901 billion, the intense exchange of fire in the Middle East and the use of modern defense systems are depleting stockpiles at a record pace. In this environment, the critical semi-metal antimony is becoming a focus of national security. The element is irreplaceable as a hardening agent for lead alloys in armor-piercing projectiles and for high-precision infrared sensors. According to the US Geological Survey (USGS), the global supply situation is becoming increasingly tense. This is mainly due to strict export restrictions imposed by China, which dominates global mining with a market share of just under 60% and has long used the metal as a strategic weapon. To guarantee defense capabilities, industry giants such as Rheinmetall and Boeing must ramp up their production. The problem is that raw materials are finite. This is where players such as Antimony Resources come into play, securing the coveted antimony in Canada.
ReadCommented by Mario Hose on March 9th, 2026 | 07:00 CET
Antimony Resources: The defense industry cannot do without antimony!
The situation in the Middle East continues to keep the world in suspense. The war in Iran has shaken global markets and once again shown how vulnerable our supply chains really are. Amid this turmoil, a raw material that has long been of little interest to anyone is increasingly coming into the spotlight: antimony. Without this metal, essential parts of the defense industry and modern energy supply would come to a standstill. This is exactly where Canadian company Antimony Resources Corp. comes in, with its Bald Hill project in New Brunswick. The stock has already doubled in 2026, but this could be just the beginning. Antimony Resources is a name every investor should keep on their radar.
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