The South African government has begun putting together a comprehensive response plan to deal with the growing uncertainty caused by the possible collapse of trade talks with the United States. …
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Lesotho Begs US to Cut Tariff on Exports Further
The Government of Lesotho has said it will continue to negotiate with the United States to reduce the high tariffs placed on its exports, especially in the textile and clothing …
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ICE Hits Record Earnings as Energy Trading and IPOs Surge
The Intercontinental Exchange (ICE), parent company of the New York Stock Exchange, has reported stronger-than-expected earnings for the second quarter of 2025, driven by increased trading activity during a volatile …
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Zambia, one of Africa’s largest copper-producing nations, may soon feel the heat of fresh U.S. trade policies after President Donald Trump announced a 50% tariff on all copper imports starting …
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EU, US Seal $750bn Energy Deal Amid Russia-Ukraine War
The European Union (EU) has signed a major energy trade agreement with the United States, committing to buy $750 billion worth of hydrocarbons over the next three years. The agreement, …