NioCorp (NB) Soars 8.95% as $380M Volume Jumps 94.54% to Rank 277th

On October 13, 2025, NioCorp (NB) surged 8.95% with a trading volume of $380 million, reflecting a 94.54% increase from the previous day’s activity and ranking 277th in market volume. The stock’s performance followed a strategic focus on battery material production optimization and supply chain restructuring, as highlighted in recent operational updates.

Analysts noted that the company’s recent announcements regarding partnerships with regional lithium suppliers and cost-reduction initiatives in processing technologies contributed to renewed investor confidence. These developments align with broader industry trends toward sustainable resource management, potentially enhancing NioCorp’s competitive positioning in the electric vehicle sector.

Key historical performance metrics indicate a total return of 29.66% from January 3, 2022, to October 13, 2025, with an annualized return of 8.02%. The stock experienced a maximum drawdown of 12.92% during the period, while the Sharpe ratio of 0.53 suggests moderate risk-adjusted returns. Average trade gains/losses stood at +0.86%, with winning trades averaging 3.79% and losing trades averaging -3.54%.