The CATL Rio Tinto partnership aims to accelerate mining electrification, expand battery recycling, and build a circular economy model for critical minerals in the global energy transition.
Russian oil shipments may return to the market quickly, but the numbers show they cannot offset the massive supply shock caused by the Iran conflict and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
Japan monetary policy signal could become the most important factor for global markets as rising oil prices, imported inflation, and potential carry trade shifts reshape liquidity conditions worldwide.
A massive Taiwan arms deal under consideration in Washington could reshape global geopolitics. The proposed Taiwan arms deal highlights rising tensions between the United States, China, and the strategic balance in Asia.
The Iran war cost is rising at an extraordinary pace, with the Pentagon estimating more than $11.3 billion spent in just six days of fighting. The financial burden of modern warfare is becoming clearer as precision weapons, missile defenses, and large-scale operations rapidly consume billions.
The oil price climbed above $100 per barrel in March 2026 as geopolitical tensions and supply disruptions reshaped global energy markets. Here’s what is driving the latest surge.
Iran continues exporting crude oil through the Strait of Hormuz despite military escalation, sending 11.7 million barrels to China while global energy markets and European gas policies face growing uncertainty.
Nigeria is preparing to strengthen its circular plastics economy with a major rPET recycling facility in Lagos capable of producing 45,000 tonnes annually by 2027.
Sulayr Recycling and TOMRA are accelerating tray-to-tray PET recycling in Europe through advanced sorting technology, creating a scalable circular model for food-grade packaging.