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In times of turbulence, the world needs physical commodity traders

In times of turbulence, the world needs physical commodity traders

In times of crisis such as the recent oil market disruption, the role of commodities trading firms becomes more important than ever, as their supply chains can alleviate some of the industry's natural bottlenecks.

Posted by Jeremy Weir on May 25, 2020 Commodities Insights

The need for an interdependent system of governance and accountability

The need for an interdependent system of governance and accountability

Auret van Heerden puts forward the case for a unified and universally accepted labour standard for artisanal small-scale mining and for shared responsibility for workers’ rights all along the supply chain.

Posted by Auret van Heerden on April 17, 2020 Commodities Insights

The Mutoshi Project: a preview of unexplored opportunities for Corporate Philanthropy

The Mutoshi Project: a preview of unexplored opportunities for Corporate Philanthropy

Should business and philanthropy be always opposed to each other or could they pursue complementary purposes? A case study about a philanthropic project and a corporate pilot in DRC shows that there is room for mutual benefits when business and philanthropy join forces.

Posted by Vincent Faber on December 16, 2019 Commodities Insights

Can the “Green Shoots” survive the winter?

Can the “Green Shoots” survive the winter?

Trade war or peace? Growth or gloom? How does the macro environment look going into the end of 2019 and the start of 2020?

Posted by Saad Rahim on December 03, 2019 Commodities Insights

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