World Bank forecasts 23% rise in commodity prices in 2026
The World Bank Group's Commodity Markets Outlook report projects commodity prices will rise 23% in 2026 and fall 7% in 2027. Energy would lead the increase at 32%, driven by the conflict in the Middle East, and Brent would average 91 dollars per barrel in 2026 versus 69 in 2025. Staple food prices would rise about 10% in 2026 and metals would reach a new high, with a 25% increase.
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- The World Bank projects a 23% rise in commodity prices in 2026 and a 7% decline in 2027.
- Energy would rise 32% in 2026 and Brent would average 91 dollars per barrel, versus 69 in 2025.
- Staple food prices would increase about 10% in 2026 and a further 7% in 2027, for an 18% cumulative rise.
IASummary generated by artificial intelligence from a story by Prensa Latina. It may contain errors: the original source prevails.




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