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Westwater Resources (NYSE American: WWR), an energy technology and battery-grade natural graphite company, has scheduled its second quarter 2025 business update conference call for August 14, 2025, at 11:00 AM EDT. The call will cover Q2 2025 results, recent operational developments, and key strategic priorities.

Investors can access the webcast through the provided link, with toll-free dial-in options available for USA/Canada (1-833-752-3988) and international callers (1-647-849-3183). A replay will be available on Westwater's website after the event.

Westwater Resources (NYSE American: WWR) has expressed support for the U.S. Department of Commerce's (DOC) preliminary anti-dumping ruling against Chinese graphite producers. The decision confirms that Chinese companies are selling graphite-based anode materials at unfairly low prices in the U.S. market.

This ruling follows a May 2025 decision on countervailing duties that was recently updated on July 3, 2025, increasing the duty rate from 6.55% to 11.55%. The combined impact of various tariffs and duties on Chinese graphite-anode material now ranges from 160% to 869.5%, including Section 301 tariffs (25%), retaliatory tariffs (30%), countervailing duties (11.55-721%), and anti-dumping duties (93.5%).

The U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) has issued a preliminary ruling that Chinese producers of graphite anode material are receiving unfair government subsidies, resulting in expected U.S. import tariffs of up to 721%. This comes on top of existing Section 301 and reciprocal tariffs of 55%. Westwater Resources (NYSE American: WWR), a battery-grade natural graphite company, expects this decision to accelerate their off-take agreements and boost financing efforts. The DOC is also conducting an antidumping investigation, with preliminary results expected in July, which could lead to additional duties. The ruling aims to support domestic graphite production and reduce U.S. dependence on foreign supply chains for critical battery materials.

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.

Construction progress includes completed structural steel work and installation of micronization and spheroidization mills in the SG building.

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.