Focus on Trade
Explainer: After China’s mineral export ban, how else could it respond to U.S. chip curbs?
China’s export curbs on minerals like graphite highlight its leverage in EVs and chips during the energy transition.
US LNG exports to Europe surge in November on higher prices
U.S. LNG exports to Europe surged in November, with 68 per cent of shipments heading to the continent amid rising gas prices.
What the U.S. chip crackdown on China means: Key industries and technologies affected
U.S. targets China’s chip ambitions with new export curbs, affecting 140 firms, advanced tools, software, and memory tech.
US unveils fresh export curbs targeting China’s chip sector
The U.S. tightens export controls on AI chips and semiconductor tools to curb China’s tech advances in military and AI.
Chinese lidar sensors pose hacking risk to US defence equipment, report says
A report warns Chinese-made lidar in U.S. defence gear risks hacking, urging bans and allied efforts to build secure supply chains.
From China woes to EV troubles, VW faces rocky road
Chinese EV makers like BYD thrive with tech-packed models, while VW struggles with its electric transition.
Trump’s low oil price promise is a risk and a boon for emerging markets
Trump’s pledge to halve energy costs sparks hope for oil importers but threatens fiscal turmoil for producers reliant on exports.
Threatened by climate change, Panama Canal has big plans to deal with drought
The Panama Canal plans a $1.6B reservoir to tackle drought but faces opposition.
New US solar tariffs on Southeast Asia to raise prices, cut profit margins
U.S. expands solar tariffs to Southeast Asian imports, pressuring costs but spurring domestic production, analysts say.
Seeking higher margins, Stellantis CEO Tavares lost some core customers
Stellantis faces rising prices and shrinking market share in Europe, where inflation-hit buyers seek affordable alternatives.
