International Trade


S&P Global: “This Week In Credit”: Weekly defaults remain at year-to-date high

AJOT | April 16, 2024 | International Trade | By The Numbers

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El Niño drives southern African Millers to seek Brazil corn

Bloomberg | April 15, 2024 | International Trade

Zimbabwe is considering importing corn from Brazil for the first time since 2014 as the El Niño weather pattern withers crops in the country and its neighbors.

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Metal traders get ready for fireworks after LME Russia ban

Bloomberg | April 15, 2024 | International Trade

Metal traders are bracing for dramatic moves after the London Metal Exchange responded to new US and UK sanctions by banning deliveries of any Russian supplies produced after midnight on Friday.

Oil traders weigh risks of Iran-Israel conflict in tight market

Bloomberg | April 15, 2024 | International Trade

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Expected rise in war risk premiums and freight rates amid geopolitical tensions

AJOT | April 15, 2024 | International Trade

In a significant escalation of tensions in the Middle East, Iran's capture of the MSC Aries, a container ship linked to Israel, has reverberated throughout the maritime industry. This development, occurring before the missile attacks on Saturday, April 13, 2024, underscores the deepening conflict in the region...

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Rate chokehold on world economy is set to loosen only slowly

Bloomberg | April 15, 2024 | International Trade

The high tide for global interest rates has passed, but respite for the world economy may be limited as policymakers stay wary at the threat of inflation.

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CNBC/NRF retail monitor: Sales grew in March amid wage grains and easing inflation for goods

AJOT | April 12, 2024 | International Trade

Retail sales grew at a steady pace in March, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor, powered by Affinity Solutions, released today by the National Retail Federation.

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Apparel and footwear industry calls for 16 year AGOA renewal

AJOT | April 12, 2024 | International Trade

Currently set to expire in September 2025, AGOA is a pivotal trade preference program that provides duty-free access to the U.S. market, fostering economic growth and opportunity between the U.S. and eligible African countries. This program is the cornerstone of the U.S. economic relationship with Sub-Saharan Africa...

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China steel exports hit highest since 2016 on weak local demand

Bloomberg | April 12, 2024 | International Trade | Commodity

China’s steel exports posted the strongest month since 2016, weeks after US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen used the industry as an example to warn on Chinese overcapacity in emerging industries.

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China exports drop more than expected in setback to recovery

Bloomberg | April 12, 2024 | International Trade

China’s exports slumped in March, dealing a blow to hopes that booming sales abroad will offset weak demand at home and drive growth in the world’s second-largest economy.

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‘Mag Seven’ power stocks in run-up to US earnings

Bloomberg | April 11, 2024 | International Trade

The world’s largest technology companies drove a rebound in stocks, with traders bracing for a deluge of results from Corporate America that will test this year’s $4 trillion rally.

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US buys more Taiwan exports than China for first time since 2003

Bloomberg | April 11, 2024 | International Trade

Chinese leader Xi Jinping and former Taiwan President Ma Ying-jeou just used a landmark meeting to underscore their view that the two sides of the strait are close as family. Trade data tell a different story.

Assistant Secretary Harris commemorates Supply Chain Integrity Month

AJOT | April 11, 2024 | International Trade | Ports & Terminals

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China’s first batch of imported washed feather and down, pilot goods successfully cleared customs in Guangxi

AJOT | April 11, 2024 | International Trade | Maritime | Bulk

"The goods were shipped from overseas to Guigang and cleared customs in just eight days. This new model is 17 days faster than the traditional customs clearance via Hong Kong, significantly reducing time and economic costs!," said Yang Chaodong, General Manager of Jialu Feather Products Co., Ltd. in Guigang.

Congo seeks outside advice on imposing cobalt export curbs

Bloomberg | April 11, 2024 | Energy | Alternative | International Trade | Commodity

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