Japan's Raw Material Supply Under Mounting Pressure
Chinese export controls are noticeably reshaping global material flows. Japanese industrial companies must reposition themselves in an increasingly tight market. The supply of critical raw materials remains strained, not only in Europe and the United States. Japan in particular is now feeling the effects of geopolitical conflicts and trade restrictions. Which materials are affected, how [...]
China's Rare Earth Exports Diverge: Dysprosium Rebounds, Terbium Nearly Dries Up
The Chinese authorities' trade data for March 2026 shows a contrary trend.
China Continues to Supply Gallium and Germanium to Only a Handful of Buyers
Current trade data from China indicates a noticeable change in the supply of the strategically important metals gallium and germanium.
The U.S. and Japan Accelerate the Race for Critical Raw Materials - TRADIUM Market Report Q1/2026
What events influenced the prices and availability of technology metals, rare earths and precious metals in the first quarter of 2026? How do our commodities experts see the developments? Our market report provides the answers.
Destination Countries for Chinese Gallium and Germanium Are Shifting
The latest trade data from China indicate a noticeable change in the supply of the strategically important metals gallium and germanium.
Start of the Year: Sharp Drop in Dysprosium and Terbium Exports
The Chinese authorities' trade data for January and February 2026 show a trend: exported volumes are declining significantly.
New Addition to the Physical Asset Portfolio: Tellurium
TRADIUM has added three new physical assets to its portfolio for private buyers interested in commodities, which can be purchased with immediate effect. We explain why these commodities have great potential - antimony and bismuth are followed by tellurium in this article.
New Addition to TRADIUM's Portfolio of Physical Assets: Bismuth
TRADIUM has expanded its portfolio for private buyers interested in physical assets by adding three new raw materials, now available for purchase. We explain why these metals offer significant potential, following antimony, this article turns to bismuth.
Global Market for Critical Minerals: U.S. Seeks to Redefine the Rules
Minimum prices and numerous new trade agreements: At the beginning of February, the United States presented its comprehensive plans at a raw materials summit in Washington, where representatives from 54 countries and the EU came together - China was left out.
Antimony Expands the TRADIUM Portfolio
TRADIUM has expanded its portfolio for private buyers interested in raw materials by adding three new physical assets that are now available for purchase. We will take a look at these, starting with antimony.