Category: Rhodium Bullion
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US and Europe Compete for EV Battery Industry Leadership
The global electric vehicles (EVs) market is witnessing a surge in growth, presenting economic and political opportunities for key players like the US and Europe. China remains a dominant force in EV deployment and manufacturing, while the US and Europe are rapidly escalating their battery investments. The US, fueled by the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA),…
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Chinese Companies Shift Focus to Emerging Markets in Overseas Expansion
Chinese companies are once again venturing overseas after a period of declining outbound investment. This new wave of overseas ventures differs significantly in objectives and target regions compared to the previous decade. The Rhodium Group’s China Cross-Border Monitor (CBM) tool sheds light on this evolving trend in Chinese corporate global expansion. BEST WAYS TO INVEST…
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US and Europe Solar Trends Diverge Amid Industry Shifts
The solar photovoltaic technology is poised to play a crucial role in the global energy transition, driven by a significant drop in solar module costs. A booming global solar manufacturing industry, primarily led by China, has resulted in massive overcapacity compared to deployment. Europe, having kickstarted the solar industry with subsidies, initially led the US…
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Chinese FDI Resurgence in Europe: Greenfield Investments Lead Growth
Chinese foreign direct investment (FDI) in Europe and the UK experienced a notable rebound in 2024, marking the first increase since 2016. The total investment reached EUR 10 billion, reflecting a 47% rise from the previous year. This resurgence was primarily driven by a surge in greenfield investments and a significant uptick in mergers and…
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China’s Economic Reforms Vital for Boosting Household Consumption
China’s economic landscape is undergoing a significant shift, with a pressing need to boost household consumption as the investment-led growth model hits its limits. Structural reforms are crucial to address the rural-urban divide, migrant worker challenges, and misallocation of capital by state-owned enterprises (SOEs) and banks. Despite Beijing’s acknowledgment of the need to enhance domestic…
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Europe Outpaces US in Clean-Tech Manufacturing and Deployment
The European Union and United States have seen a resurgence in industrial policy focusing on clean technology supply chains, driven by legislative acts such as the Inflation Reduction Act in the US and the Net Zero Industry Act in the EU. To provide transparent data on clean-tech manufacturing and deployment, Bruegel and the Rhodium Group…
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Chinese Investment in Europe Declines Amid Shifting Trends
Chinese investment in Europe saw a decline in 2023, dropping to its lowest level since 2010. The economic challenges faced by China, along with strict capital controls and increased scrutiny of foreign investments, contributed to this decrease. Mergers and acquisitions fell significantly, while greenfield investments, particularly in the electric vehicle (EV) sector, helped maintain FDI…
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US Clean Energy Investment Grows Despite Quarterly Decline
In the final quarter of 2024, clean energy and transportation investment in the United States totaled $70 billion, reflecting a slight 1% decline from the previous quarter but a 6% increase from the same period in 2023. This growth trend indicates a positive trajectory despite a deceleration from previous quarters of continuous increase. Clean investment…
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China’s Greenfield Chip Investments Reshape Global Semiconductor Landscape
China’s greenfield chipmaking investments have gained momentum, posing challenges to US efforts to disentangle Chinese entities from global supply chains and restrict their access to cutting-edge technologies. A decade ago, China embarked on an outbound semiconductor investment spree fueled by abundant capital and government directives to acquire foreign technology. The result was a flurry of…
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Rhodium Investment: Unveiling Opportunities Beyond Gold and Silver
Investing in precious metals has long been a popular choice for investors looking to diversify their portfolios. While gold and silver often steal the spotlight, there are lesser-known metals like rhodium that offer unique investment opportunities. ImpressSeed Crypto Wallet Cold Storage Seed Backup Passphrase Stamping Kit – w/Silver Metal Stamp Plate | $89.71 Rhodium, a…