GE May Fund Its Biggest Acquisition Ever With Overseas Profits Never Taxed In The US
A buy of French industrial firm Alstrom may result in significant cost savings, though the details aren’t yet clear.
Fair Trade Gold Q&A – From South America to Toronto [INFOGRAPHIC]
We spoke to one of the few North American jewellery retailers who carries Fairtrade gold, sourced from poor miners in South America.
Mt Gox May Rise Again If Wall Street Veterans And Burned Bitcoin Traders Get Their Way
A U.S. investor group supported by burned bitcoin traders seeks a rebirth of the pioneering Mt. Gox exchange.
High-Speed Trader Virtu Calls Off IPO, For Now
The move comes after Michael Lewis wrote a critical, high-profile book on high-speed trading, which he claims rigs financial markets.
European Companies Strike Out Against Tougher Russian Sanctions
European oil giants led the way against tougher sanctions on Russia, where they operate several projects.
Japan Sales Tax Hike Boosts Popularity Of Gold As Investors Rush To Beat Implementation Of Tax
On Tuesday, Japan’s sales tax is slated to rise from 5 percent to 8 percent.
Chinese Gold Demand Could Rise In 2014, In Surprise Call, Though India’s Demand May Have Peaked Years Ago
Increasing demand for gold in China comes as demand from India, the world’s second-largest consumer, has declined in recent years.
Why Did Gold Crash In April 2013? Computerized Trading Is One Explanation
One prominent analyst cites the effects of high-volume computerized trading.
Vietnamese Farmers May Hoard Coffee To Protect Against Inflation: Analyst
Some farmers in Vietnam may hold their coffee beans as a hedge against inflation in local currency.
China Rare Earth Export Restrictions Found Unfair By WTO, China Objects And Says Rules Needed To Protect Environment
The WTO ruled that Chinese exports of environmentally damaging rare earth elements shouldn’t be artificially manipulated by the government.
Gold Regains Allure As Safe Haven From Emerging Markets
Gold prices have risen over tensions in Ukraine. Are the recent gains sustainable? Or Pyrrhic?
Palladium Fund Launches In South Africa, As Russian Supply Fears Warm Prices
Palladium and platinum are part of South Africa's prominent mining sector for the precious metals.
German Gold Makes It Way Back Home From Fed, Slowly
A German central bank official criticized certain speculation about the central bank's motives as “wild and ridiculous conspiracy theories.”
Oil Drill Rig Down? There’s An App For That, Says General Electric (GE)
General Electric CEO Jeff Immelt has publicized the maintenance app for oil companies in a LinkedIn post.
Coffee Spread Dampens Arabica Bean Demand, As Asian Robusta Heats Up: BNP Paribas
Robusta coffee has won over consumers more quickly than its established rival Arabica coffee.
Emerging Market Stocks Are The Most Attractive: Brown Brothers Harriman Call
Emerging market stocks represent startling good value for those willing to brave geopolitical risk, according to a New York investment bank.
Coffee Industry Threatened By Energy And Sports Drinks: US Coffee Drinking Trends
One executive said the coffee industry will have to compete more fiercely against energy drinks to keep young consumers drinking coffee.
Coffee Is Probably Good For Your Liver
A 2013 study found that data collected on about 500,000 subjects point toward coffee’s positive impact on at least one vital organ.
Sustainable Certified Coffee: Mere Buzzword Or Serious Industry Practice?
One controversial October 2013 report from KPMG even concluded that sustainable coffee farming can marginalize poorer farmers who can’t afford demanded upgrades.
Starbucks Aims To Double Market Cap to $100 Billion And Take Over Tea
Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz has set his eyes on a good-sized sector, though the company is only just starting to build inroads.
JPMorgan To Sell $3.3 Billion Commodities Business to $100 Billion Giant Swiss Traders Mercuria
The business could be valued at $3.3 billion, though other sources said it was worth $2.5 billion.
Silver Jewelry Popular Among US Consumers In 2013: Silver Institute
Half of silver jewelry purchases involve women buying jewelry for themselves, according to the survey.
General Electric (GE) Talks 3D-Printing Tech: Q&A On Additive Manufacturing
We spoke with Christine Furstoss, the company’s technology director for manufacturing and materials.
US Virgin Islands Lures Businesses With Tax Breaks
The U.S. Virgin Islands is attempting to lure small businesses with substantial incentives. Here's how they're do it.
UBS Reviews Precious Metals Business As Regulatory Attention Intensifies
The Swiss bank held trading portfolio assets of $9.7 billion in precious metals and other physical commodities.
Railroad Shipping Of Commodities Across U.S. Slowed By Snarls
What's more, the infrastructure problem could persist throughout 2014, as railroads turn to shipping more-profitable crude oil.
If Russia Central Bank Sold Gold, Gold Market Could Shiver
But Russia’s central bank has been a strong and consistent buyer of gold in the past several years.
General Electric Revamps Refrigeration With Magnets, But Wait Until 2020
It may be six years before General Electric works out the kinks and can sell the fridges commercially.
Silver Could See Slow Upside From Solar Panels Amid Chinese 'War On Pollution'
The outlook for silver prices in relation to China’s giant solar panel industry is slightly bullish, but there are several unknowns.
General Electric (GE) Underwater Oil Technology Offers Promise In Business That's Like "Going To The Moon To Get The Oil"
If General Electric can help oil companies process oil at the seabed floor, it could earn millions and win fresh business in a competitive industry.
