Commodities

Glencore's $1.6bn Loss: Is The Decline Of Coal A Sign Of Industry Transformation?

Glencore, one of the world’s largest mining and commodity trading companies, reported a $1.6 billion loss in 2024—a ...

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Commodity Wealth, But No Jobs: Indonesia's Economic Dilemma

Indonesia is one of the world’s largest exporters of natural resources, boasting vast reserves of coal, palm oil, nick... Read more

Uranium Shortages Threaten Nuclear Expansion: Are US And European Energy Firms Prepared?

As the global push for clean energy intensifies, nuclear power is experiencing a resurgence in the US and Europe. Govern... Read more

West Africa's Cocoa Struggles: Farmers, Supply Chains, And Market Pressures

West Africa plays a critical role in the global cocoa industry, with Ghana and Ivory Coast accounting for over 60% of th... Read more

The Economic Toll On Egg Producers And The Measures Taken To Contain The Outbreak

The U.S. poultry industry is facing one of its worst crises in years as a devastating outbreak of avian flu sweeps acros... Read more

Why Gold Is Up As Trump Trade Falters

The "Trump trade"—a market trend driven by expectations of pro-business policies, tax cuts, and deregulation—once fu... Read more

European Gas Prices Surge To Two-Year High Amid Cold Snap And Supply Constraints

European gas prices have surged to their highest level in two years as a prolonged cold snap drives up demand, straining... Read more

A New Trade War Front: Trump's 25% Tariffs On Steel And Aluminum Shake Global Markets

President Donald Trump has announced a 25% tariff on steel and aluminum imports, marking a significant expansion of his ... Read more

Can Iran Withstand New US Sanctions? The Consequences For Its Oil Industry And Economy

The United States has intensified economic pressure on Iran by imposing new sanctions on its oil tanker network. This mo... Read more

BP's Struggle For Relevance: Is A Merger Or Acquisition The Only Way Forward?

BP, once a dominant force in the global energy market, now finds itself at a crossroads. Investor enthusiasm is waning, ... Read more

Gold As A Safe Haven: What Rising Prices And Borrowing Costs Mean For Investors

Gold has long been regarded as a safe-haven asset, particularly during times of economic and geopolitical instability. T... Read more

Trade War Disruptions: How Tariffs Threaten The Global Flow Of Commodities

The ongoing global trade war, fueled by tariff policies introduced by the Trump administration, is significantly impacti... Read more

Rising Grocery Bills: How The Tomato Tariff Is Costing American Consumers

American consumers are feeling the impact of trade policies in an unexpected place: their grocery bills. One of the most... Read more

Oil, Tariffs, And Trade Wars: What Trump's Plan Means For Energy Markets

President Donald Trump has announced plans to impose tariffs on key U.S. trading partners, a move that could shake globa... Read more

Gold Rush In New York: How Stockpiling Is Causing A London Shortage

A surge in gold stockpiling in New York is leading to an unexpected shortage of bullion in London, one of the world’s ... Read more