Washington D.C., September 26, 2025 – The Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) price index, the Federal Reserve's preferred measure of inflation, recently accelerated to 2.7% year-over-year in August 2025. This uptick from 2.6% in July, and a steady core PCE at 2.9% (excluding volatile food and energy prices)
In a monumental shift within the global commodities landscape, China's Zijin Mining Group (HKG: 2899) has achieved a market capitalization exceeding $100 billion, firmly establishing itself as the world's third-largest metals miner by market value. This remarkable ascent, confirmed in September 2025, not only signifies a profound milestone for the
The global commodity landscape leading up to September 25, 2025, presents a complex picture of significant price surges in key sectors, driven primarily by escalating geopolitical tensions, persistent climate-related supply disruptions, and robust demand for critical materials. While the International Monetary Fund's Global Price Index of All Commodities reflected an
The BRICS group of nations, significantly expanded to include major global energy players, has formalized its commitment to deepen energy cooperation through the "Roadmap for BRICS Energy Cooperation 2025-2030." Approved in May 2025, this strategic initiative emerges at a pivotal moment, aiming to tackle pressing global and internal energy sector
The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has sent unprecedented shockwaves through global commodity markets, triggering dramatic price spikes and severe supply disruptions across essential agricultural goods and critical industrial metals. From the vital grain belts of Eastern Europe to the mines supplying the world's burgeoning tech and automotive industries, the war
US Defense Dept seeking to buy cobalt for first time in decades to stabilize supply chains. Up to 7,500 tons worth $500M being sought from 3 companies.
Vale S.A. (NYSE:VALE), a Brazilian multinational corporation, stands as a titan in the global metals and mining sector. Founded in 1942, it has evolved into the world's largest producer of iron ore and nickel, playing a pivotal role in supplying essential raw materials to industries worldwide. Beyond its
Brazilian mining giant VALE (NYSE: VALE) has reported its second-quarter 2025 earnings, revealing a mixed bag of results that underscore the volatile nature of the global commodity market. While the company experienced a notable year-over-year decline in revenue and net profit, primarily due to softer iron ore prices and reduced
Vale S.A. stands as one of the world’s largest mining companies, an emblem of Brazil’s industrial might and a pivotal player in the global commodities market. From its early roots as a state-run iron ore operation to its current position as a diversified mining conglomerate, Vale’s
In a fresh wave of optimism, Vale SA (NYSE:VALE), one of the world’s leading producers of iron ore and critical minerals, has recently earned a “Buy” rating from multiple institutional analysts, reflecting renewed confidence in the company’s market positioning and global growth prospects. This positive sentiment comes
Latin American markets, boosted by Brazil's Bovespa & Mexico's IPC, offer diversification and stability amid tariff threats and chaos. NYSE-listed Vale, Ambev, and Cemex are compelling with high yields, low P/E ratios, and resilience to trade tensions and Middle East volatility.
