From Yahoo Finance: 2025-05-05 09:56:00

The commodity market is growing, with a projected global market size of $8.16 billion by 2034. However, the World Bank projects a 12% drop in global commodity prices in 2025 due to slowing economic growth and high oil supply, posing risks to developing countries.

Morgan Stanley highlights 2025 as a vital year for commodity markets, influenced by supply fundamentals, inflation, and dollar fluctuations. Commodity prices have been supported by high inflation in the U.S., policy changes post-election, and a strong dollar, impacting global demand and supply dynamics.

Smurfit Westrock Plc (NYSE:SW) ranks 3rd on the list of Top Commodity Producers with the Highest Upside Potential. The company, formed from a merger of Smurfit Kappa and WestRock, is a major packaging manufacturer in North America, South America, and Europe. First-quarter 2025 performance exceeded analyst estimates, with strong net sales and EBITDA margin growth.

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