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Limited Impact of Israel-Iran Conflict on Shipping Market
The recent resurgence of conflict between Israel and Iran, which erupted late last week, has not yet had a significant impact on shipping markets. However, geopolitical tensions have rekindled concerns about the security and stability of key global energy routes,...
Trump and Starmer Sign Trade Deal at G7 Summit in Canada
U.S. President Donald Trump and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer signed a major bilateral trade deal at the G7 summit in Kananaskis, western Alberta, Canada. The deal was signed on Monday, June 16, on the sidelines of official meetings, and represents a milestone...
China’s Refined Lead Imports Soar in April Thanks to Arbitrage
China's refined lead imports surged significantly in April to 4,734 tonnes, up 65.1% from March and a dramatic 3,496.9% year-on-year increase, according to market sources. This confirms China's growing interest in the heavy metal, driven primarily by improved...
Base Metal Prices Rise on SHFE, Aluminum Leads the Race
Prices of most base metals listed on the Shanghai Futures Exchange (SHFE) rose on the morning of Wednesday, June 18, continuing a positive trend seen in the previous days. In particular, aluminum stood out as the metal with the largest daily increase. The following...