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Switzerland is not only home to the world’s largest oil and mineral traders; it is also a significant trading hub for agricultural commodities such as coffee, cocoa, sugar, or grains. The majority of the globally significant agricultural traders are either based here or operate important trading branches in the country. The sector is highly concentrated…

Earth’s population is rapidly expanding and with that expansion comes the need for more resources.  The global population is going to reach 9 billion people by 2050 with the need for food production to increase by 70% to meet the demands of a booming population. Today, more than one billion people around the world will…

Brazil's mining wealth has fueled its economy from colonial times. Its diverse mineral deposits are among the very richest in the world, earning it around $30 billion annually in exports.By far the biggest of over 8,000 companies in the country's mining industry is Vale, Latin America's number one miner and the top global producer of…

The mining industry worldwide is undergoing unprecedented changes, including high volatility of commodity prices and rising exploration costs. Africa, which produces more than 60 metal and mineral products, has a huge potential with respect to mineral reserves exploration and production. The continent hosts about 30% of the world’s total mineral reserves and even a…