President-elect Donald Trump has issued a stark ultimatum to the European Union: increase purchases of American oil and gas or face tariffs. Trump’s demand aims to address the trade deficit between the US and EU, which reached $131.3 billion in 2022. While the EU has already significantly increased its imports of US hydrocarbons in recent years, ramping up purchases to the level Trump suggests faces numerous practical constraints.

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Why Are BRICS Countries Buying So Much Gold?
BRICS nations are buying gold at record pace — and it’s not just about price. From sanctions-proofing to de-dollarization, discover the four forces driving the biggest shift in global reserve strategy since Bretton Woods, and what it signals for investors.




