Rare Element Resources (REEMF) to launch common share rights offering

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Rare Element Resources Ltd. filed a report stating that it plans to launch a rights offering of its common shares. This type of transaction typically gives existing shareholders the opportunity to buy additional shares, usually in proportion to their current holdings. The company disclosed this plan through a press release dated January 6, 2026, which is attached as an exhibit. The filing does not provide further terms of the rights offering in this excerpt, but it signals the company’s intention to raise additional equity capital from current shareholders.

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Rare Element Resources signals an upcoming equity raise via a rights offering.

Rare Element Resources Ltd. disclosed that it intends to launch a rights offering of its common shares, as announced in a January 6, 2026 press release. A rights offering is a common way for companies to raise equity capital by giving existing shareholders the option to purchase additional shares, generally helping maintain proportional ownership for those who participate.

The excerpt does not specify the size, pricing, or timing of the planned offering, so the potential effect on ownership structure and dilution cannot be evaluated here. Actual impact on shareholders will depend on the detailed terms in the press release and any subsequent offering materials, as well as on how many shareholders exercise their rights.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 6, 2026

RARE ELEMENT RESOURCES LTD.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

British Columbia, Canada		001-34852		Not Applicable
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)		(Commission File Number)		(IRS Employer Identification No.)

P.O. Box 80 Firestone, Colorado		80520
(Address of principal executive offices)		(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (720) 278-2460

Not Applicable

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act: None

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§ 230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§ 240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company ¨

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. o

Item 8.01 Other Events.

On January 6, 2026, Rare Element Resources Ltd. (the “Company”) issued a press release announcing its intent to launch a rights offering of common shares of the Company. A copy of the press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K and is incorporated herein by reference.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits.

Exhibit No.		Description
99.1		Press Release, dated as of January 6, 2026.
104		Cover Page Interactive Data File (formatted in Inline XBRL and included as Exhibit 101).

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

Date: January 6, 2026

	RARE ELEMENT RESOURCES LTD.
	By:	/s/ Wayne E. Rich
	Name:	Wayne E. Rich
	Title:	Chief Financial Officer

FAQ

What did Rare Element Resources Ltd. (REEMF) disclose in this 8-K?

Rare Element Resources Ltd. disclosed that it issued a press release announcing its intent to launch a rights offering of common shares of the company.

What type of transaction is Rare Element Resources Ltd. planning?

The company plans to launch a rights offering of its common shares, as announced in the attached January 6, 2026 press release.

When did Rare Element Resources Ltd. announce the planned rights offering?

The company announced its intent to launch a rights offering in a press release dated January 6, 2026.

Where can investors find more details about the Rare Element Resources (REEMF) rights offering?

More details are contained in the press release attached as Exhibit 99.1, which is incorporated by reference in the report.

Does this 8-K specify the terms of the Rare Element Resources rights offering?

This excerpt notes only the company’s intent to launch a rights offering and references the press release; detailed terms are not provided here.

Who signed the Rare Element Resources Ltd. (REEMF) 8-K related to the rights offering?

The report was signed on behalf of the company by Wayne E. Rich, Chief Financial Officer.