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SO OK TRADING CO., LTD. FAST • SHARP • RELIABLE At SO OK TRADING, our unwavering commitment is to deliver Aluminum Ingot P1020 PORTLAND (99.70% LME Registered Brand) with world‑class precision and reliability. Every pallet is meticulously stacked, securely strapped, and professionally transported by our expert logistics team — ensuring safety, accuracy, and efficiency at every stage.

Gold Plunges Below $4,400 – Bond Yield Hits 18-Year High, Pressuring Global Markets SO OK TRADING : 19 August 2026 Gold prices worldwide and in Thailand dropped sharply, pressured by surging U.S. bond yields that reached their highest level in nearly two decades. This spike in yields prompted investors to sell off non-interest-bearing assets such as gold. Nevertheless, the market found some support from ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and continued gold purchases by central banks worldwide, preventing prices from breaking below key support levels. In this analysis, SO OK TRADING provides an in-depth look at the latest gold market overview, the price outlook for late August, and investment strategies suited to volatile conditions, helping investors plan with confidence and precision. ✨ FAST • SHARP • RELIABLE SO OK TRADING — Your trusted business partner in every turn of the gold market

Thai Rice 2026 – Turning the Twin Crisis into Golden Opportunities in the Global Premium Market SO OK TRADING | 19 AUG 2026 The year 2026 marks a defining challenge for Thai Rice on the global stage, facing a Twin Crisis of a strong baht and severe El Niño. Yet within this crisis lies a “golden opportunity” waiting to be seized. SO OK TRADING is committed to driving Thai rice into the world’s premium markets under the philosophy FAST • SHARP • RELIABLE. We recognize the potential of Thai Hom Mali Rice and Carbon-Low Rice, which perfectly align with the growing demand for quality and sustainability in Europe and the United States. From pressure to opportunity — Thailand is ready to reshape the game through G2G strategies with China and Singapore, expansion into premium markets, and leveraging the surge in global food security demand. We firmly believe: “Thai Rice is not just a product, but a story of quality and national pride.”

“Recycling 2026 – When Waste Becomes a Strategic Resource” by SO OK TRADING | August 18, 2026 2026 marks a pivotal turning point for the global recycling industry

Middle East War 2026: The Hormuz Time Bomb – Global Energy in Turmoil When the ceasefire agreement (MoU) between the United States and Iran expired on August 17, the world entered one of the most critical “energy turning points” of the decade. The Strait of Hormuz, the lifeline of global oil trade, has been blockaded, shipping nearly paralyzed, and energy prices soaring to unprecedented levels. The impact is not confined to the Middle East — it is spreading across the globe. From petrochemical production costs to fertilizer and food prices in supermarkets, every corner of the global economy is being shaken. In this report, SO OK TRADING takes you deep into the four key commodities now driving the global economic shockwaves — Oil, Fertilizer, Naphtha, and Aluminum — and provides an Outlook for the second half of 2026 that could reshape the structure of global energy trade for years to come.

Biofuels: Green Energy Transforming the World – Thailand’s Rise to a Global Hub The global energy landscape is undergoing a profound transformation. From fossil fuels to advanced biofuels, the shift is driven by the pursuit of Net Zero emissions and increasingly strict carbon tax measures. Today, SO OK TRADING presents a strategic overview of the biofuels market — both globally and within Thailand. From ethanol and biodiesel to SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel) and HVO (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil), these fuels are becoming the “new heartbeat” of decarbonization in aviation and heavy transport.

Aluminum Ingot — The Strategic Raw Material Driving Modern Industry From clean energy and electric vehicles to consumer electronics and packaging, aluminum stands as the essential metal behind today’s innovations. With its unique properties — lightweight, highly conductive, corrosion-resistant, and infinitely recyclable — aluminum has become a strategic material recognized worldwide. SO OK TRADING invites you to explore the world of Aluminum Ingot — a raw material that is rapidly becoming the cornerstone of the clean energy economy and the industries of the future, along with strategic insights into opportunities in Thailand and across ASEAN.