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  "id": 2058109,
  "title": "What's Going On With The Metals Company Stock?",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/18/whats-going-on-with-the-metals-company-stock-2058109",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-08-18T14:50:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Finance",
    "slug": "yahoo-finance",
    "url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/whats-going-metals-company-stock-145000632.html"
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  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Metals Company (TMC) stock experienced a remarkable surge of 451% in 2025, garnering attention as one of the market's standout performers. However, this impressive performance has not been repeated in 2026, with the stock plummeting by 35% year-to-date and losing 65% of its 52-week high value. Despite the initial hype surrounding deep-sea mining, initiated by President Donald Trump, investors are now questioning the viability of The Metals Company's operations. The International Seabed Authority (ISA), which oversees activities on the seafloor, has yet to establish a regulatory framework for deep-sea mining, creating uncertainty for the company and other nations. With only $98.7 million in cash on hand, TMC's ability to fund working capital and capital expenditures through 2027 remains questionable, potentially compelling the company to take on debt or issue equity. As a result, potential investors should exercise caution before considering TMC stock, as it remains a high-risk investment.",
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        "title": "What's Going On With The Metals Company Stock?",
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        "published": "2026-08-18T14:30:00.000Z"
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        "title": "What's Going On With The Metals Company Stock?",
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