Elevated food price index stabilized since September, while some provisions still on the rise

Since September 2023, ocean freight rates have decreased due to overcapacity, and crude oil prices have dropped around 18%, but are expected to increase and start fluctuating in the coming months due to the war in the Middle East. The average FAO price index for food dropped by 0.5%. Yet, sugar, rice, and salmon are on the rise, mainly driven by adverse weather patterns and an increasing demand.

This Market and Business Update intends to give you an indication of the expected price development of the most important commodities, freight rates, supply chain obstacles, and challenges in major ports.

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