10.03.2014 - Why Ukraine and Russia matter to commodity markets
Oil, gold and wheat prices are in the limelight after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine’s Crimea region, but the conflict may have significant consequences for other commodities too — including natural gas, palladium and potash. “Concerns over economic sanctions against Russia will put short-term pressure on [commodities] supplies,” said Jeffrey Sica, president and chief investment offer of Sica Wealth Management. “There is certain to be a significant element of the stockpiling of commodities in anticipation of escalation in the conflict.”..............................................Full Article: Source
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