Commodities

From Supply Chains To Survival: The Impact Of Syria's Refinery Shutdown On Daily Life

The sudden halt of operations at Syria’s largest refinery, triggered by the cessation of Iranian oil supplies, has thr...

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Free Markets In Action: The Role Of Open Trade In Sustaining Global Growth

In 2024, globalisation has shown remarkable resilience despite economic and geopolitical challenges. At the heart of thi... Read more

US Invests In Graphite: A Step Toward Breaking China's EV Supply Chain Dominance

The electric vehicle (EV) revolution is reshaping the global automotive industry, with batteries at the heart of this tr... Read more

Russian Tankers Damaged In Black Sea Storm: Fears Grow Over Pollution And Fuel Spills

Two Russian petroleum tankers have been severely damaged by a violent storm in the Black Sea near the Kerch Strait, rais... Read more

Critical Minerals And Global Power: The Rise Of Resource Nationalism In An Uncertain Era

As geopolitical tensions rise, the global race to secure critical minerals is reshaping the dynamics of power. These min... Read more

Exxon's Production Gamble: Why The Energy Giant Is Doubling Down Amid Supply Glut Concerns

ExxonMobil has made headlines by announcing plans to significantly ramp up its oil production, even as analysts warn of ... Read more

Energy Giant In Transition: BP's Struggle To Define Its Role In A Changing Market

BP, one of the world’s largest oil companies, has long been synonymous with fossil fuels. However, in recent years, th... Read more

Leveling The Fields: How The EU's Farm Subsidy Overhaul Could Benefit Small Farmers

The European Union’s Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) has long been a cornerstone of its efforts to support farmers an... Read more

Energy Transition Minerals: Geopolitical Risks And Ethical Dilemmas

The global push for clean energy has created an unprecedented demand for critical minerals like lithium, cobalt, and rar... Read more

Cocoa Crisis: Why Global Shortages Are Driving Prices To New Heights

The global cocoa market is facing unprecedented challenges, with supply-demand imbalances threatening to drive prices to... Read more

Shell's Offshore Wind Retreat: A Shift In Renewable Energy Strategy

Shell, one of the world’s largest oil and gas companies, has announced it will not pursue new offshore wind projects, ... Read more

Cargill Restructures: A Closer Look At The Challenges In Agricultural Commodities

Cargill, the world’s largest agricultural commodities trader, recently announced plans to cut thousands of jobs as par... Read more

Australian Mining Consolidates: Northern Star And De Grey Merge In $3.2bn Deal

The Australian gold mining sector is set for a major transformation as Northern Star Resources announced a $3.2 billion ... Read more

Lowering Electricity Costs: A Key Step For UK's Green Transition

The UK has set an ambitious target of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, but achieving this goal requires addressing ... Read more

Plastic Politics: How Trump's Return Could Derail Global Cooperation On Waste Management

Plastic pollution has become a global crisis, threatening ecosystems, marine life, and human health. In response, nation... Read more