A bridge collapse in Baltimore threatens to slow down the export of crucial commodities like coal from a key East Coast port. This event underscores commodity supply chain vulnerabilities, notably at Baltimore port, a major U.S. coal export hub to Asia. Iron ore prices are wavering at about $100 per ton, reflecting a soft demand […]
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