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CME to launch tungsten futures as China export curbs tighten supply

CME Group plans to introduce tungsten futures, responding to China's export restrictions on the critical mineral used in armor-piercing munitions. The move signals growing market demand for hedging tools amid supply-chain disruption and geopolitical tension. Uncertainty remains over contract specifications and launch timing.

Financial Times2 days agoUS, CNengCredibility 43%View source

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Model confidence0.7
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Source credibility0.4

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