Commodities and Futures
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Historic Handshake Sets Stage for Future US-China Talks
In perhaps the most important diplomatic achievement of his entire term, in November 2017 U.S.…
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Global Rare Earth Landscape Shifts Amid Geopolitical Tensions
As nations contend with new supply chain vulnerabilities, the rare earth landscape is shifting dramatically.…
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China’s Economy Hits Near Three-Year Low as Government Responds to Challenges
China’s economy faced significant challenges as November’s data revealed a reading that marks nearly a…
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Leaders Unite to Commemorate World War II in Beijing
Leaders of North Korea, Russia and China met in Beijing. They held a commemoration for…
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China Sees Dramatic Decline in LNG Imports Amid Economic Struggles and Trade Tensions
In 2025, China’s liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports dropped off a cliff. This steep drop…
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China’s Economic Challenges Intensify as November Data Hits Nearly Three-Year Low
As a result, China’s economy is under tremendous pressure. November’s new data shows the lowest…
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Strategic Alliances in the Arctic: Kim Jong Un, Vladimir Putin, and Xi Jinping’s Diplomatic Moves
In a significant diplomatic development, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, Russian President Vladimir Putin,…
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China Faces Significant Decline in LNG Imports Amid Economic Struggles and U.S. Tensions
In 2025, China saw a severe drop in its LNG imports. Much of this decline…
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Japan Braces for Increased Eel Prices Amid Anticipated Trade Regulations
Japan gets ready for skyrocketing eel prices as expected trade regulations against the catch have…
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China Halts Japanese Seafood Imports Amidst Radiation Concerns
Beijing’s de facto ban on imports of Japanese seafood products has roiled trade relations between…