The U.S. was joined by Canada, the UK and Australia in condemning China’s accession of Hong Kong, but not the EU. President Trump charged Beijing with violating its treaty commitment to an autonomous Hong Kong until 2047. He announced punitive measures, including the start of a process of removing Hong Kong’s special policy exemptions that will treat it the same as China. EU foreign ministers expressed “grave concern” but foreign affairs chief Josep Borrell concluded that sanctions will not solve problems with China. Some say a different outcome might have occurred were Britain still involved. One person even referred to Borrell as Europe’s own Neville Chamberlain. However, the most notable comment came...
What You Need to Know Today: President Trump claimed the ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran was over, as both sides accused one another of violating the terms of the agreement. Commercial vessels are increasingly steering clear of the Strait of Hormuz as security risks escalate following Iran...
Key Takeaways: The CME Group is launching new 90 percent Lean Beef and 50 percent Lean Beef futures and options contracts in July. There are five key factors that must be present in physical markets and futures contract specifications for futures contracts to become successful. The two l...
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