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2 sources·Updated 1h ago

World Bank sees commodity prices up 23% in 2026 due to Middle East war, other shocks

Global commodity prices are set to surge 23 per cent in 2026, the World Bank said on Wednesday, citing rising energy prices and disruptions to cargo shipping during the Middle East war, grain shipment problems in the Black Sea and high demand for saf…

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Image: Ada DeranaAda Derana•1h agoWorld Bank sees commodity prices up 23% in 2026 due to Middle East war, other shocks

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Ada Derana Biz•12h agoCommodity Prices Set to Increase by 23% in 2026 as Global Shocks Mount

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  • Atlanta
  • Georgia
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