Jessica is an experienced researcher and writer with an educational background in English (B.A.) and Business (MBA). Researching markets, industries and investment opportunities for clients is a key component of Jessica's business Write Ahead. For the Resource Investing News network Jessica researches several commodities including coal, molybdenum, manganese, potash, gold, silver, vanadium, cobalt and rare earth elements on a daily basis. Jessica is particularly interested in the growing importance these commodities can have in the production of cleaner energy sources. Jessica enjoys seeking out current and useful information for investors interested in staying up to date with the mining industry.
IBTimes reported that several world economic leaders including Japan and the US have asked the WTO to intervene in the dispute over China’s rare earth export restrictions.
Reuters reported that auto makers, lighting manufacturers and businesses in clean tech are all looking for innovative ways to reduce reliance on rare earths.