How New Tariffs Are Reshaping Global Supply Chains and Business Strategy

Summary U.S. trade policy has entered a more aggressive phase in 2026, with the Trump administration using tariffs and trade investigations to reshape the country’s relationship with major trading partners. On July 23, 2026, the U.S. Trade Representative announced final Section 301 action covering 60 economies, with tariffs of 10% or 12.5% depending on each […]
2026 Forecast: Will U.S. Tariffs Accelerate REE Mining in Africa & Latin America?

In 2026, the global stage is bracing for a critical pivot. Rare earth elements (REEs) — the unsung heroes of the clean energy and digital revolutions — are caught in the crossfire of tariffs, geopolitics, and industrial strategy. These 17 metallic elements may sound obscure, but they are embedded in nearly everything modern: the magnets […]