THE need for more raw materials has been put forward by various powerful governments as a reason for seeking territorial expansion, colonial or otherwise. In the immense literature to which these ...

Demographic Trends: While birth rates in the U.S. have shown some fluctuations, the population of infants and toddlers remains substantial, ensuring a steady consumer base. Moreover, the rising number ...

The best basic materials stock sector has been susceptible to changes in the global economy. Even as revenue and earnings drop, it’s difficult to resist buying top stocks when prices plummet.

Pfizer slashed its production targets for its COVID-19 vaccine because of a lack of raw materials for its supply chain, according to press reports. The big pharma has said in recent weeks that it ...

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Just four days after a report first surfaced Quikrete and Summit Materials were in advanced talks for an acquisition, both companies shared that Quikrete is indeed buying Summit for $9.2 billion.