Global supply chain pressures and metal trade of Saudi Arabia: do time-varying geopolitical risks matter?

Key Points

• Metal trade in Saudi Arabia is significantly affected by global supply chain pressures and geopolitical risks.
• A specific focus on time-varying geopolitical risks reveals insights into fluctuations in metal trade dynamics.
• The analysis employs a quantitative approach to assess correlations over diverse geopolitical contexts.
• Understanding these risks may enable more resilient trade strategies for the Saudi metal industry.