Gold and Silver Reach Historic Highs as Global Uncertainty Deepens
Gold and silver prices have surged to record levels in early January 2026, reflecting a wave ...
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Inside Beijing’s Strategy to Reshape the Global Iron Ore Market
China’s evolving strategy to consolidate influence over the global iron ore market is gathering momentum, revealing ...
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Global Coal Demand Reaches its Plateau as Africa Weighs the Transition Path
Global coal consumption is showing signs of levelling off, signalling the potential end of its century-long ...
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Investing in Nature Could Unlock Trillions for the Global Economy, Says UN Report
Anew United Nations assessment has found that investing in nature could yield unprecedented economic and social ...
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China’s Export Recovery Driven by Strong Non-US Demand as Trade Patterns Shift
China’s exports exceeded expectations in November, buoyed by rising demand from markets beyond the United States ...
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Global Air Travel Strengthens as African Demand Gains Momentum
Global air travel has continued to record steady growth, with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) ...
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Gold Breaks Record Above $3,600 as Interest Rate Expectations Shift
Gold surged past the $3,600 an ounce threshold on Monday, reaching an unprecedented level as investors ...
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South Africa’s Market Moves Reflect Wider African Balancing Act in Global Finance
South African financial markets entered Tuesday in a cautious mood as global developments and domestic economic ...
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South Africa’s Unemployment Rate Climbs to 33.2% in Second Quarter of 2025
South Africa’s official unemployment rate has edged higher to 33.2 per cent in the second quarter ...
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Gold Prices Surge to Record High as United States Considers Tariffs on Kilogram Gold Bars
Gold prices reached unprecedented levels on Friday morning in London following reports that the United States ...
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