An Outlook on the EVs market
Swift, futuristic, and slick. Electric Vehicles (EVs) have emerged from the realms of futuristic concepts to become a force to be reckoned with in the automotive industry. With a surge…
Unwrapping the Cocoa Conundrum: Analyzing the Surge in Prices
The unprecedented rise in cocoa prices highlights a complex interplay of environmental, economic, and structural factors that pose significant challenges and opportunities for the global cocoa market. As the industry navigates this volatile landscape, strategic investment in agricultural technology, sustainable farming practices, and responsive market strategies will be crucial for mitigating risks and ensuring the resilience of the cocoa supply chain.
Climate Analysis: Droughts in Brazil
Australia, renowned for its vast agricultural prowess, is facing a formidable foe – a relentless drought that is wreaking havoc on its wheat and cotton sectors. The country’s October rainfall was a mere 65% of the 1961–1990 average, marking the driest October since 2002.
2023: A Year of Turmoil in the Commodities Market
The commodities market experienced a turbulent year in 2023, marked by unprecedented supply disruptions, escalating geopolitical tensions, and a looming global economic slowdown. As a result, commodity prices exhibited extreme volatility, swinging from record highs to multi-year lows.
Australian Agriculture Under Siege: Drought Hammers Wheat and Cotton Production
Australia, renowned for its vast agricultural prowess, is facing a formidable foe – a relentless drought that is wreaking havoc on its wheat and cotton sectors. The country’s October rainfall was a mere 65% of the 1961–1990 average, marking the driest October since 2002.
Silver – Forgotten
Silver belongs to the Platinum Group Metals or PGMs for short and includes brethren like gold, platinum and palladium. Mined as early as 5th century BC, the shiny, white-looking metal has both consumer and industrial uses given its heat and electrical conductivity. We’ve seen it in jewelry, energy, automobiles and explosives, but most commonly in the coins in our pockets.