Critical Metals Corp. (NASDAQ:CRML) stock has soared 1,000% year-to-date, driven by a powerful mix of government interest, trade tensions, strategic agreements and an explosive surge in trading volume. 

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Major Catalysts: Trump Policy and China Tensions

The biggest driver of Critical Metals' meteoric rally has been supportive government policy under President Donald Trump. 

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