23 - 24 January 2012, GenevaUNCTAD Global Commodities Forum
This background note, prepared to assist in the deliberations of the 2011 edition of the Multi-year Expert Meeting on Commodities and Development, reviews the current situation and outlook of commodity markets and prices, and identifies short- and medium-term trends, and factors affecting market fundamentals and trade in various commodity sectors. For further statistical information on commodity markets, please see the first issue of Commodities at a Glance.
Given the recent record rises in cotton prices and wider commodity price volatility, this edition of Commodities at a glance (n°2), will focus on the world cotton industry, with a special emphasis on African cotton producing countries. English version [pdf., 34 pages] French version [pdf. 34 pages] To access back issues
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