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International Business and TradePolicy

China Rare Earth Restrictions Threaten U.S. Defense Industry and Trade Relations

China’s new restrictions on rare earth exports for military use threaten critical U.S. defense systems including F-35 jets and submarines. With China controlling over 90% of global rare earth refining, the move gives Beijing significant leverage in trade negotiations.

China’s sweeping restrictions on rare earth exports specifically targeting foreign military applications represent a significant escalation in trade tensions that could severely impact U.S. defense capabilities and potentially reignite a broader trade war between the world’s two largest economies. The October 9 announcement from China’s Ministry of Commerce marks the first time Beijing has explicitly prohibited rare earth exports for defense purposes, creating immediate vulnerabilities for American weapons systems that depend on these critical materials.

How Rare Earth Restrictions Threaten U.S. Defense Systems

by Tyler Brooks P.E
BusinessStocks and Bonds

Meta Stock Analysis: Why Citi Sees Catalyst Despite OpenAI Competition

Meta Platforms shares have been range-bound since July earnings, but Citi analysts see catalysts emerging. Despite OpenAI’s Sora video app competition, Meta’s core ad business shows strength with budget share gains and ad load growth potential.

Meta Platforms stock has been trading in a tight range since its post-earnings surge in late July, but one Wall Street firm sees catalysts emerging that could break the stalemate. Citi analysts have placed a 90-day catalyst watch on the social media giant, maintaining their $915 price target despite competitive pressures from OpenAI‘s recently launched Sora video generation app.

Meta’s Range-Bound Trading Pattern

by Tyler Brooks P.E
BusinessPersonal Finance

** IPO Fireworks Begin Early With Tata Capital and LG India Mega Listings

** Indian markets extend gains as Tata Capital debuts after record IPO. LG India listing preparations and HCL Technologies earnings in focus. Global sentiment improves amid trade tensions easing. **CONTENT:**

Indian equity markets are poised for an explosive start to the week as Tata Capital makes its trading debut following the country’s largest initial public offering of 2025, while LG India accelerates its listing preparations. Market sentiment received a significant boost from conciliatory trade comments from global leaders, helping stocks extend their two-week winning streak despite recent volatility in precious metals and technology sectors.

by Megan Carter
International Business and TradePolicy

China Responds to Trump’s 100% Tariff Threat With Firm Stance on Trade Negotiations

China has declared it will not back down from President Donald Trump’s threat of 100% tariffs on Chinese imports. The Commerce Ministry emphasized China’s willingness to negotiate while warning of reciprocal measures if the US proceeds with the tariff increase.

In a significant escalation of trade tensions, China has vowed to stand firm against President Donald Trump’s threat of 100 percent tariffs on Chinese imports, marking the latest development in the ongoing US-China trade war. The Chinese Commerce Ministry issued a statement Sunday emphasizing that while China prefers negotiation over confrontation, it is prepared to respond with equivalent measures if the United States implements the proposed tariff increase scheduled for November 1.

China’s Official Response to Tariff Threats

by Megan Carter