This week, commodity markets, ranging from metals like silver and gold to agricultural products like orange juice, are experiencing significant fluctuations. Amidst a general bull run, the New York copper market faced disruptions due to a technical glitch. This was compounded by Middle Eastern conflicts affecting LNG flows and driving up transportation costs. Albemarle Corp., […]
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