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Briefing: Trump signals possible delay to Beijing summit as U.S. pressures China to help reopen Strait of Hormuz

Strategic angle: The remarks came as Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent met his Chinese counterpart He Lifeng in Paris, paving the way for the summit scheduled for late March.

Editorial Staff Mar 16

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Briefing: Two Chinese Companies Join Hong Kong Listing Wave, Seek to Raise Almost $200M Combined

Strategic angle: Two Chinese firms are set to capitalize on the Hong Kong market, aiming to raise nearly $200 million through their listings.

Editorial Staff Mar 16

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Briefing: GC00 | Gold Continuous Contract Overview

Strategic angle: An in-depth look at the Gold Continuous Contract performance and market trends.

Editorial Staff Mar 16

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Briefing: China's factory output and consumption beat forecasts, while property investment contraction slows

Strategic angle: Beijing tamped down its GDP growth target this year to a range of 4.5% to 5%, the least ambitious goal on record going back to the early 1990s.

Editorial Staff Mar 16

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Briefing: Trump throws US-China reboot off course by saying he could delay Xi summit

Strategic angle: President casts doubt on visit with Chinese leader as officials from both countries lay groundwork for improved relations

Editorial Staff Mar 16

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Briefing: Better Nuclear Energy Stock: Oklo vs. Centrus Energy

Strategic angle: A comparison of two promising nuclear energy stocks for investors.

Editorial Staff Mar 16

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Briefing: Asia shares wary, oil volatile as war drags on

Strategic angle: Investors remain cautious as geopolitical tensions impact markets.

Editorial Staff Mar 16

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Briefing: Japan, U.S. to cooperate regarding rare earth-rich mud off Japan coast

Strategic angle: Collaboration aims to enhance resource security and reduce dependence on foreign supplies.

Editorial Staff Mar 16

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Briefing: China Cobalt Market Price & Cost Report

Strategic angle: Latest insights on cobalt pricing and market trends in China.

Editorial Staff Mar 16

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Briefing: Why the private equity crunch is not a prelude to the next big economic crisis

Strategic angle: Everybody is clueless, and when you are clueless, you are scared.

Editorial Staff Mar 16

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Jet Fuel Prices Soar as War in Iran Ripples Through Global Aviation

Crude oil prices surge amid escalating conflict in Iran, impacting global aviation costs.

Editorial Staff Mar 16

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Briefing: Buried or not, Iran’s uranium a cause for concern, nuclear expert says

Strategic angle: A nuclear expert highlights the ongoing concerns surrounding Iran's uranium reserves.

Editorial Staff Mar 16

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Governor Lombardo Tours Thacker Pass Lithium Project

Governor Lombardo visits the Thacker Pass lithium project to discuss its significance for Nevada's economy.

Editorial Staff Mar 16

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Asia-Pacific markets tumble as investors brace for a prolonged war in Middle East

Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei emphasized the importance of keeping the Strait of Hormuz closed, impacting global oil trade.

Editorial Staff Mar 16

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Briefing: China’s answer to Amazon launches rival European ecommerce service

Strategic angle: JD.com will launch service under its Joybuy brand after previously trying to crack the market in 2022.

Editorial Staff Mar 16

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Briefing: What Batteries Teach Us About Clean Tech Investment Success

Strategic angle: Insights into the role of batteries in clean technology investments.

Editorial Staff Mar 16

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Briefing: Pentagon Signs $96M Deal with Australian Mining Company for Critical Materials

Strategic angle: The Pentagon has entered a significant agreement with an Australian firm to secure essential materials.

Editorial Staff Mar 15

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Briefing: Rare-Earth Miner Lynas Advances Plans to Supply Pentagon

Strategic angle: Lynas aims to bolster U.S. supply chains for critical minerals.

Editorial Staff Mar 15

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Briefing: Why Trump Wants Greenland So Badly—What's Under The Ice Could Explain It

Strategic angle: Exploring the economic motivations behind Trump's interest in Greenland.

Editorial Staff Mar 15

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Briefing: Oil Industry Warns Trump Administration Energy Crisis Will Likely Worsen

Strategic angle: Industry experts predict escalating challenges in energy supply under current administration policies.

Editorial Staff Mar 15