Author archives: Edward Hutton

Capesize – a brief history of volatility

We know for certain Trump is ‘not happy’, as he announced this to the world this week, when referencing Beijing’s move to impose national security legislation on Hong Kong.     Trump has announced he will announce new U.S. policies on China today; this is making global markets jittery, something the world does not need …

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Shine, shine, shine a light

We are seeing History in the making when the European Union announced its 750 billion- Euro ($824 billion) recovery package, aimed at boosting economic growth and creating a swathe of new jobs. The capital injection will have global financial markets breathing a sigh of relief, following the commitment from China at the Two Session to …

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Chinese Iron Ore Supply Once Again in Focus

CISA calls for increased production of domestic iron ore China iron and steel Association continue to focus on supply issues for the world’s second largest economy as it emerges from a forced lockdown that continues to blight countries around the world. Over a year after the Brazilian dam disaster which killed over 200 people; iron …

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Trade Tensions Keep Soybeans Muted

Soybean futures on the Chicago board of trade continued to remain muted on the back of an increasing blame gain from the White house over a phase one trade deal that looked to be the saving grace for U.S farmers after a prolonged stalemate between the U.S and Chinese Government. Global commodities and Soybeans alike …

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