Niocorp Developm Stock Price, News & Analysis

NioCorp Developments (NASDAQ:NB) has expressed strong support for a new bipartisan bill, H.R. 4774 "The Critical Minerals Investment Tax Modernization Act," introduced by Rep. Adrian Smith (R-NE). The legislation aims to boost domestic rare earth elements and scandium production by increasing the depletion allowance from 14% to 22%.

The bill, co-sponsored by Democrat Rep. Jimmy Panetta and Republican Chief Deputy Whip Rep. Guy Reschenthaler, would provide significant tax incentives for U.S. mining operations. The legislation is particularly relevant to NioCorp's proposed Elk Creek Critical Minerals Project in Nebraska, and aligns with broader efforts to reduce dependency on China's control over critical minerals.

NioCorp Developments (NASDAQ:NB) announced the passing of Board Member Michael Morris on July 20, 2025. Morris, who joined the board in July 2014, served as Lead Director and was a member of several key committees including Audit, Nomination and Corporate Governance, and Compensation and Organization.

Following Morris' passing, the company has appointed Board Member Dean Kehler to serve on the Audit Committee, effective immediately. CEO Mark A. Smith acknowledged Morris' contributions, highlighting his strategic planning abilities and thoughtful decision-making that were instrumental to NioCorp's success.

NioCorp Developments (NASDAQ:NB) announced plans to accelerate pre-construction activities at its Elk Creek Critical Minerals Project following successful fundraising of $60.7 million from institutional investors over the past three months. The company completed two public equity offerings: $18.9 million in April 2025 and $41.8 million in July 2024.

The funding will enable NioCorp to launch multiple pre-construction initiatives, including land acquisition, geomechanical and hydrogeological field work, detailed engineering, site preparation, infrastructure development, and operational permitting. CEO Mark A. Smith emphasized the project's importance in supporting the administration's critical minerals initiatives and national defense imperatives.

NioCorp Developments (NASDAQ:NB) has successfully closed its previously announced public offering, raising $45.0 million in gross proceeds. The offering consisted of 13,850,000 common shares priced at $3.25 per share.

The company plans to use the net proceeds for working capital and general corporate purposes, with a focus on advancing the construction and commercial operation of its Elk Creek Project. Maxim Group LLC served as the sole placement agent for the offering, which was conducted under an effective shelf registration statement on Form S-3.

NioCorp Developments (NASDAQ:NB) has announced the pricing of its public offering in the United States, consisting of 13,850,000 common shares at $3.25 per share. The offering is expected to generate gross proceeds of approximately $45.0 million before deducting placement agent fees and expenses.

The company plans to use the net proceeds for working capital and general corporate purposes, including advancing the construction of the Elk Creek Project. Maxim Group LLC is serving as the sole placement agent, with the offering expected to close around July 18, 2025. The offering is being made through an effective shelf registration statement on Form S-3, with no securities being offered to Canadian purchasers.

NioCorp Developments (NASDAQ:NB) has announced the commencement of a proposed public offering of common shares and pre-funded warrants in the United States. The offering will be conducted through Maxim Group LLC as the sole placement agent on a best efforts basis.

The proceeds will be used for working capital and general corporate purposes, including advancing the construction of the Elk Creek Project. The offering is being made under an effective shelf registration statement on Form S-3, with no securities being offered to Canadian purchasers.

NioCorp Developments (NASDAQ:NB) has released preliminary unaudited financial results for fiscal year 2025. The company reported a net loss of $16.7 million, or $0.35 per share, compared to a loss of $11.4 million ($0.31 per share) in fiscal 2024.

During Q4 2025, NioCorp secured $31.1 million in gross proceeds through various financing activities, including a public offering, the Yorkville Equity Facility Financing Agreement, and warrant exercises. The company ended the fiscal year with a cash balance of $25.6 million and 58,491,196 common shares outstanding.

The company plans to file its audited consolidated financial statements in its Annual Report on Form 10-K around August 29, 2025.

NioCorp Developments (NASDAQ:NB) announced its upcoming inclusion in the Russell 3000® Index, effective after the U.S. market opens on June 30, 2025. This addition is part of the 2025 Russell indexes reconstitution, which ranks the 4,000 largest U.S. stocks by total market capitalization.

The inclusion automatically places NioCorp in the small-cap Russell 2000® Index and corresponding growth and value style indexes. The Russell indexes serve as benchmarks for approximately $10.6 trillion in assets and are widely used by investment managers and institutional investors for index funds and active investment strategies.

NioCorp Developments Ltd. (NASDAQ:NB) has been added to the MSCI USA Index, effective May 30, 2025, following MSCI's May index review. The MSCI USA Index, part of the MSCI Global Small Cap Indexes, represents approximately 85% of the free float-adjusted market capitalization in the U.S. across 23 Developed Market countries. MSCI's prestigious client base includes 91 of the top 100 pension funds, 96 of the top 100 asset managers, and 89 of the top 100 banks, managing $16.5 trillion in AUM. NioCorp CEO Mark A. Smith highlighted that this inclusion will enhance the company's visibility and accessibility to capital markets and institutional investors worldwide, particularly as they progress toward securing full project financing for their fully-permitted Elk Creek Critical Minerals project.