The International Energy Agency (IEA) has warned that demand for copper is set to outstrip supply by 30% within the next decade, with security of supply further threatened by China’s growing dominance of the refining market. Global demand for copper is expected to grow by around a quarter by 2040, driven largely by electrification of…| Global Trade Review (GTR)
Atradius DSB is preparing to launch a product aimed at boosting critical mineral imports into the Netherlands, joining several other export credit agencies (ECAs) in tackling concerns over long-term supply. The Dutch ECA has started a pilot phase for a facility that will enable loan guarantees for foreign raw materials projects, thereby bolstering manufacturing in ...| Global Trade Review (GTR)
The EBRD has partnered with two Moldovan banks, Maib and OTP Bank, to unlock €70mn in finance for small businesses in the country.| Global Trade Review (GTR)
The UK has joined a growing list of countries using their export credit agencies (ECAs) to gain an advantage in the global tussle over the supply of critical minerals. UK chancellor Rachel Reeves announced on October 30 that companies supplying critical minerals to UK exporters will be eligible to apply for a special credit guarantee ...| Global Trade Review (GTR)