Pratima Desai

Position: Journalist

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When is a speculator not a speculator?

A lot of fuss is made about the dangers of speculators in commodity markets. But who is a speculator and who isn't is based on a definition drawn up in the early part of the last century in the United States.  Full Article | Comments [1] 

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Competition for rare earth metals

China’s dominant position in the arena of rare earth metals used in new technology such as batteries for hybrid cars and magnetic motors could soon be eroded.  Full Article | Comments [5] 

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Investors break commodities link with equities

Investors smelling profits in commodities are using the sector as an early cycle play, alongside equities, because a lack of production capacity means higher prices sooner rather than later.  Full Article