“Antimony Strong, Lead Weak — Global Metals Market Dynamics Q4/2026 : Supply & Demand Outlook October 2026” SO OK TRADING | October 1, 2026

CBAM & Carbon Credit: A Guide for Thai Businesses to the New Global Trade Alongside “Carbon Footprint: The Blueprint for Future Business” The EU’s CBAM regulation is reshaping global trade entirely! Thai businesses—especially exporters and SMEs—must act quickly: measuring carbon emissions, adopting clean energy, and offsetting with carbon credits.

Japan 2026: Rising Amid Inflation, Interest Rate Hikes, and Defying Global Trends Article by SO OK TRADING | June 29, 2026 Japan’s economy is entering a critical turning point — moving away from decades of deflation into a new era where inflationary pressures and soaring energy costs dominate. While Western nations are cutting interest rates to support growth, Japan has chosen to “go against the tide,” raising rates to safeguard economic stability and market confidence. Domestic consumption has rebounded, exports and tourism are recovering, and the government has injected ¥21.99 trillion to support household purchasing power and stimulate growth. At the same time, the Bank of Japan (BOJ) raised interest rates to 1.00%, the highest in 31 years, to curb accelerating inflation. Despite challenges from energy costs and an aging population, Japan is determined to transition toward clean energy — investing in offshore wind and clean hydrogen to reduce dependence on the Middle East and secure long-term stability. This is the portrait of a nation “recovering amid challenges,” laying a new foundation for Japan to regain strength and resilience on the global economic stage.