Gold surges past $4,000 an ounce as uncertainty fuels rally
The price of gold has hit a record high of more than $4,000 (£2,985) an ounce as investors look for safe places to put their money over concerns about economic and political uncertainty around the world. Gold has seen its biggest rally since the 1970s, rising by around a third since April when US President […]
China tightens export rules for crucial rare earths
China has tightened export controls on rare earths and other materials critical for advanced tech manufacturing as trade negotiations continue with the US. It processes around 90% of the world’s rare earths, which go into everything from solar panels to smartphones – a key bargaining chip ahead of an expected meeting between Chinese leader Xi […]
The US chip export restrictions can slow down, but won’t halt China: Analyst
Nick Redman, director of analysis at Oxford Analytica, talks about China’s desire to indigenize chip production, and how it’s rooted in their belief that the US will not be a reliable partner. He also says Taiwan will engage in tougher negotiations in its attempts to maintain its “silicon shield” strategy.