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The Biden administration’s investigation into the import of enriched uranium from China: a ploy to circumvent the ban on Russian imports?
President Joe Biden's administration has launched an investigation into a sharp increase in imports of enriched uranium from China to the United States that began in late 2023. This increase worries Washington, as it could be an attempt by Moscow to circumvent the US...
China and the Steel and Iron Ore Paradox: Disconnection between Production and Imports
China's steel and iron ore sector, long a pillar of the global economy, is facing a moment of apparent disconnect. While steel production shows signs of weakness, imports of iron ore - the main raw material for steel production - remain surprisingly stable. This...
Aluminium Market in Europe: Stability or Decline?
In the European aluminium market, the situation seems to oscillate between uncertainty and stability. Despite expectations of a possible decline in aluminium billet premiums, the week to 16 September saw a surprising resilience of prices. In particular, the industry...
Tariffs and Logistics: A Look at US Trade Policies
In the US political debate, tariffs have returned to centre stage, with presidential candidates exchanging barbs on an issue that, while domestic, has huge global implications. Although the Biden administration has maintained most of the Trump-era tariffs, Donald...