Posted on 15/04/08
Soft commodities in strong demand as food prices soar
Traders in soft commodities are keeping a close eye on events in parts of the developing world where food supply shortages and skyrocketing prices have sparked riots.The World Bank says 33 nations may face "social unrest" as a result. Already in Haiti four people died in two days of rioting. In some countries, hording is punishable by jail terms or even death.
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