With the doubled U.S. import tariffs imposed on steel and aluminum from +25% to +50%, effective from June 4th, world trade is experiencing a new wave of economic uncertainty, driving volatility in global markets. Consequently, commodity prices for aluminum, copper and rubber are fluctuating due to shifting demand and caution in key markets. The global container index is on an upward trend, impacted by the U.S. imposed tariffs, and overall commodity price index has increased since May 2025, driven particularly by dairy products and meat due to increased global demand and reduced inventories.
This Market and Business Update intends to give you an indication of the expected price development of the most important commodities within provisions and stores, freight rates, supply chain obstacles and challenges in major ports.
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