New on the Blog

Beyond the Sticker: Balancing Cost vs. Value in Procurement Decisions

When procurement conversations focus only on “lowest price wins,” something vital is often lost: the human, operational, and strategic dimensions that define long-term success. In today’s volatile...

Turn Tomorrow’s Anxiety Into Today’s Action: A Guide to Moving Forward with Courage

“Turn tomorrow’s anxiety into today’s action.” — Mel Robbins Every morning, so many of us wake with a flutter in our chest — a vague dread about what’s coming next. It might be work, relationships...

Geopolitics and the Markets: Investing Amid Global Supply Chains Shifts in 2026

The world is learning that global trade is no longer just about efficiency — it’s about resilience. In 2026, geopolitics has become a market driver as powerful as innovation or consumer demand. The...

Fusion Power 2026: The Year Clean Energy Turns a Corner

For decades, fusion energy has been the holy grail of clean power — a boundless, carbon-free source that mimics the sun’s own engine. But it’s also been the perennial joke: “Fusion is 30 years away —...

Adaptive Spaces 2026: How Modular Design and Multifunctional Layouts Are Redefining the Modern Home

For generations, homes were built on fixed ideas—bedrooms for sleeping, dining rooms for eating, offices for working. But in 2026, the lines are blurring fast.Today’s home is no longer a static...

Trade Weaponisation: REEs as the New Tariff Front in the U.S.–China Rivalry

In the early 2000s, trade wars were fought over steel, textiles, and semiconductors. In 2025, the battlefield has shifted to something far more elemental — the rare earth elements (REEs) that power...

From Beige to Burnt Sienna: The Color Revolution Transforming Interiors in 2026

There was a time when beige ruled everything. The minimalist era—defined by blank walls, monochrome palettes, and muted calm—created a sense of quiet sophistication. But as the world grows...

REE Market Prices Surge in 2025: What’s Driving It & Will It Persist into 2026?

After nearly two years of price declines, rare earth elements (REEs) are back in the spotlight. By mid-2025, benchmark prices for neodymium (Nd), dysprosium (Dy), and terbium (Tb)—key components in...

From Cease-Fire to Shared Prosperity: How Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia Can Shape a Peaceful Caucasus by 2026

The South Caucasus has long been defined by its divisions — yet 2026 could become the year that reshapes its destiny. Following the 2025 cease-fire between Armenia and Azerbaijan and ongoing...

The 10% Baseline Tariff Era Begins: What the U.S. ‘Liberation Day’ Policy Means for Every Importer

On April 2, 2025, the United States formally entered what the White House dubbed “Liberation Day.” This was not a symbolic event — it was the start of a new trade regime that resets how America taxes...
ABOUT AUTHOR
Mattias Knutsson

With a lifelong career in consumer markets and industrial procurement, the author specializes in navigating the complexities of global business strategies. Currently managing raw material procurement, they bring a wealth of experience in macroeconomics, commodity trends, and sustainable manufacturing. Beyond the professional sphere, they are deeply passionate about stock market analysis, economic forecasting, and mid-century modern design.
Through this blog, the author aims to share actionable insights, innovative strategies, and forward-thinking analyses to empower businesses and professionals in making informed decisions.