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Westwater Resources (NYSE: WWR) has received a Notice of Allowance from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (PTO) for its patent application related to graphite purification methods at the Kellyton Graphite Plant. The company initially filed the application in August 2021, and after a 4-year examination process, the PTO has approved it for issuance. The patent is expected to be formally issued shortly, marking a significant milestone in protecting Westwater's intellectual property in graphite processing technology.

Westwater Resources (NYSE American: WWR), a battery-grade natural graphite development company, has scheduled an investor conference call for May 27, 2025, at 1:00 pm Eastern Time. During the call, management will discuss three key topics: updates on the Kellyton Graphite Plant, customer engagement initiatives, and progress regarding secured debt financing syndication.

Investors can join via phone using 1-833-752-3988 (USA/Canada) or 1-647-849-3183 (International), or watch the webcast at westwaterresources.net/investors/presentations-events/. A replay will be available using 1-855-669-9658 (USA/Canada) or 1-412-317-0088 (International) with access code 5266049.

Westwater Resources (NYSE: WWR) provided its Q1 2025 business update for the Kellyton Graphite Plant construction. The company maintains its Phase I construction cost estimate at $245 million, with 85% of equipment already delivered. During Q1, Westwater produced an 800+ kg CSPG sample on its qualification line for customer testing.

The company is working to secure a $150 million secured debt facility for Phase I completion. While they have received lead lender approval, recent tariffs and protests at their feedstock supplier location have impacted the syndication process. Westwater is securing a backup feedstock supplier and received a letter of interest from Export-Import Bank under the "Make More in America" initiative.

Westwater Resources (NYSE: WWR) has received a letter of interest from US EXIM Bank for its Kellyton Graphite Plant under the "Make More in America Initiative" and "China and Transformational Export Program." The letter is independent of the ongoing Phase I debt syndication process. According to CFO Steve Cates, the company's Kellyton graphite anode processing plant is 100% sold out for phase one.

The progression from a letter of interest to a loan commitment requires EXIM to complete formal application, due diligence, underwriting, and finalization of terms. There is no guarantee that WWR will secure a final loan transaction with EXIM.

Westwater Resources (NYSE: WWR) reports increased demand for its natural graphite anode material following the implementation of global tariffs. The company's Kellyton Graphite Plant is positioned to benefit from new 170% import tariffs on Chinese-produced coated spherical processed graphite (CSPG) used in electric vehicle batteries.

The tariffs also extend to CSPG imports from Indonesia, South Korea, and Japan, effectively closing loopholes in the Inflation Reduction Act. According to Chief Commercial Officer Jon Jacobs, these tariffs represent a significant opportunity for Westwater, as U.S. auto companies and battery partners seek domestic CSPG suppliers to avoid tariff costs.

Westwater Resources (NYSE American: WWR) has expressed support for a new U.S. presidential executive order aimed at boosting domestic critical mineral production. The order, effective March 20, 2025, leverages the Defense Production Act and U.S. International Development Finance to provide financing and investment support for domestic mineral processing.

The initiative targets 15 critical minerals, including graphite, which is currently dominated by Chinese suppliers. According to CFO Steve Cates, this directive could potentially expedite the permitting process for Westwater's Coosa Deposit, recognized as the largest known graphite deposit in the contiguous United States, while potentially improving the company's access to financing.

Westwater Resources (NYSE: WWR) announced significant developments in its natural graphite business for 2024. The company secured two major off-take agreements: with SK On and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, committing 100% of Phase I production capacity and partially committing Phase II capacity of its Kellyton Graphite Plant.

The company achieved a $26 million reduction in estimated Phase I capital costs, now at $245 million. Construction progress includes completion of a qualification line capable of producing 1 metric tonne per day of Coated Spherical Purified Graphite (CSPG). Capital expenditures for Phase I reached $123 million since project inception.

Financial results show a consolidated net loss of $12.7 million ($0.22 per share) in 2024, compared to $7.8 million in 2023. The company is working with Cantor Fitzgerald to finalize a $150 million debt financing syndication for completing Phase I construction, though recent federal policy decisions have created market uncertainty affecting timing.

Westwater Resources (NYSE: WWR) endorses the new 10% tariff increase on Chinese graphite imports, effective March 4, 2025. This follows a previous 10% increase from February 4, 2025, bringing total tariffs on Chinese natural graphite to 45%. A pending International Trade Commission review in May 2025 could potentially raise tariffs up to 920%.

According to Chief Commercial Officer Jon Jacobs, these increased tariffs are driving demand for U.S.-produced anode material, with automakers and cell manufacturers seeking domestic supply agreements to avoid import tariffs. The company positions itself as a solution for stable, long-term battery-grade natural graphite supply in the U.S. market.

Westwater Resources (NYSE: WWR) reports increased customer interest in off-take supply agreements for its natural graphite battery anode materials. The company is experiencing heightened interest from U.S. cell makers and electric vehicle OEMs, driven by the evolving global landscape for U.S. critical materials supply and potential changes to the Inflation Reduction Act.

According to Chief Commercial Officer Jon Jacobs, growing risks of increased Chinese import tariffs and potential new tariffs on other countries are accelerating off-take discussions. The company currently has approximately 50% of its expanded Phase II capacity at the Kellyton Plant available and expects to sell the remaining capacity through off-take agreements by year-end.