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  1. Conflict and climate factors are driving up oil and fertilizer prices, warning of an imminent global food supply shock.
  2. Conflict and climate factors are driving up oil and fertilizer prices, warning of an imminent global food supply shock.
  3. Conflict and climate factors are driving up oil and fertilizer prices, warning of an imminent global food supply shock.
  4. Conflict and climate factors are driving up oil and fertilizer prices, warning of an imminent global food supply shock.

Middle East Conflict Drives Up Global Commodity Prices and Fuel Costs

9 reports, 8 independent Updated Sep 20
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What happened

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Geopolitical instability in the Middle East is impacting global commodity markets, causing sector declines and market volatility. The cost of transport fuels, including petrol, diesel, and home heating oil, has surged due to the conflict and disruptions to global energy markets. This has led to record price highs in various regions, such as Maine, where heating oil prices are nearing peaks.

From wblm.com, irishtimes.com

Why it matters

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The global rise in oil, gas, and fertilizer prices is raising concerns about an imminent global food supply shock. The cost increases are being felt by local businesses, such as farms, which are facing pressure from the rising operational costs. This situation is also prompting various bodies to model economic risk scenarios.

From irishtimes.com

Who's involved

  • Middle EastGeopolitical region whose instability drives global energy cost increases.
  • Central Statistics OfficeIrish institution tracking the impact of energy price surges on retail sales.

How it developed

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  1. Geopolitical conflict is driving up global fuel prices, causing local businesses like farms to feel the pressure of rising costs.Sub-event
  2. War in the Middle East impacting high fuel prices.1 source
  3. High-level talks involving the Kremlin, Middle East, and Modi discuss bilateral synergy, geopolitical friction, and restrictions due to the global crisis.Sub-event
  4. Conflict drives up global fuel costs affecting local transport in Negros Oriental, Philippines.Sub-event
  5. Conflict in the Middle East is driving up prices for oil, gas, and fertilizer, while ECIU monitors food costs.Sub-event
  6. Economic risk scenarios are being modeled for the Cook Islands as conflict escalation drives up fuel prices.Sub-event
  7. Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are impacting global commodity markets, causing sector declines and market volatility for companies like BHP Group and Commonwealth Bank.Sub-event
  8. Middle East conflicts are impacting global commodity prices, leading to increased fuel costs for residents.1 source

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