A stronger BDI need not signal higher commodity prices

The sharp rebound in the Baltic Dry Index (BDI) since the end of May has been seen by some as a harbinger of a more positive outlook for demand and prices of bulk commodities. However, we would argue that while the recent upward trend in the BDI might suggest stronger growth in commodity trade volumes, other factors will mean that it will not necessarily lead to higher prices.

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