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World Economic Situation and Prospects 2026 update from United Nations has stated that global commodity prices are expected to face continued downward pressure in the near term, though dynamics will vary across sectors. Oil prices may remain subdued amid persistent oversupply and the gradual shift towards electric vehicles, while food commodities are likely to ease further should global harvests remain ample. In contrast, prices of several critical minerals, such as aluminium, copper, and tin, are expected to remain broadly steady, supported by demand from renewable energy and electric vehicle sectors despite subdued industrial activity and policy uncertainty.
Risks to the outlook remain two-sided. On the one hand, slower economic growth in major economies and a persistent supply glut could further weigh on prices for several commodities. On the other hand, escalating geopolitical tensions, new trade barriers, or additional sanctions could disrupt supply chains and lift p...
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