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WHAT'S NEXT?: Global trade policies could be upended with a new President in the White House, Brexit, a potential break-up of the European Union and China reacting to these changes in profound ways.

  • Surprisingly resilient consumption last year has helped to support the US economy, but analysts expect higher interest rates to slow consumer spending and add pressure on imports. The Telegraph
  • The Assisting Specialty Crop Exports initiative will provide US$ 65 million for projects that will help the specialty crop sector increase global exports and expand to new markets. International Nut & Dried Fruit Council
  • Fears over the potential economic effects of disruptions of global trade through the Red Sea and rising tensions in the Middle East have caused oil prices to reach $80. Eurasia Review
  • The number of haulage and commercial vehicles entering the UK UK from European countries has reduced in recent years, which may decrease importation risk. GOV.UK
  • The global economy is expected to remain weak in 2024, but inflation is easing and interest rate cuts in major markets may be on the cards in the second half of the year, which would support the South African automotive industry's export performance. Novus Press Bulletin
  • Free trade agreements will be one of the most financially efficient ways for developing markets to attract EV-related investments in 2024 amid the ongoing subsidy war and supply chain de-risking trends. EUROMETAL
  • The ongoing Hamas-Israel conflict will drag down the ability of importers to import vehicles for the Israeli, Palestinian and Jordanian markets, and increase risk to Egypt's vehicle imports as well. EUROMETAL
  • The current climate of shipping lanes and logistics, particularly affected by events in the Red Sea, presents several significant disruptions and adjustments within the global trade and transportation sectors. MultiModal UK
  • The dangers of China's dominance of the supply chain of graphite and anode materials was highlighted late last year when, in a tit-for-tat cold trade war the Chinese Government announced export restrictions on graphite products commonly used in lithium-ion batteries. Stockhead
  • Reports suggested a possible ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, raising hopes for reduced disruptions to global trade and oil flows. FTMO
  • Most people will get a negative result, but whatever happens, it's important to know that anyone diagnosed with HIV in the UK can access free treatment and support. Community Southwark
  • In a world where software and systems play an increasingly important role, formal methods will continue to contribute to the development of safer, more reliable and higher quality solutions. Trending Topics
  • Disruptions to trade routes in the Red Sea have already led to a rise in freight rates (although the Asia-Europe route has been more severely affected for now). Seeking Alpha
  • Major apparel exporters in Asia, such as China and Bangladesh, might assume a less dominant role as a sourcing base for recycled clothing due to their insufficient infrastructure for efficiently sorting used clothing and generating high-quality recycled textile materials. FASH455 Global Apparel & Textile Trade and Sourcing
  • The US, the world's biggest exporter of gas last year, announced that it was pausing all pending export permits for liquified natural gas until it could come up with an updated criteria for approving new gas export projects that consider the impact of the climate crisis. The Guardian
  • India sent three guided missile destroyers and reconnaissance aircraft in November when Yemen-based Houthi rebels began targeting ships in solidarity with Hamas, causing disruptions in a key trading route that handles about 12% of global trade. Story india begins flex naval power competition china g
  • The Biden administration has paused further approvals of US liquified natural gas (LNG) exports pending the completion of federal studies that will assess the impact of the exports on climate change. Washington Weekly
  • Expanded trade agreements will help ensure America's farmers and ranchers remain economically sustainable by providing access to new markets as they feed families around the world. Farms.com
  • In addition to copper, nickel, lithium, it's important to state that Brazilian iron ore will have an important role in the energy transition and decarbonization of the global economy. BNamericas
  • Even the disruption to global trade caused by Houthi attacks on commercial ships in the Red Sea and the ongoing wars in Ukraine and Gaza have not dampened the jubilant mood of analysts and business leaders. The Guardian
  • Xi Jinping's prioritization of security will weigh on growth: An important factor behind China's economic woes will be President Xi's overriding emphasis on comprehensive security as a paramount policy priority. Asia Society
  • India's exports of low-sulphur diesel to Europe are poised to hit a fresh two-year low in January, after an unprecedented high last month, as Red Sea security risks drive up freight costs. MarketScreener

Last updated: 08 February 2024



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