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Wheat prices surge to three-year highs amid escalating Black Sea tensions
Wheat prices have surged to three-year highs, driven by escalating tensions in the Black Sea region. Attacks on ports, grain terminals, and commercial vessels since July have disrupted grain exports from Russia and Ukraine, which together account for 27% of global wheat exports. This disruption has led to a significant rise in wheat prices, with Chicago wheat reaching its highest level since July 2023.
Key points
- Wheat prices hit three-year highs as Black Sea tensions escalate
- Chicago wheat futures reach highest level since July 2023
- Black Sea disruptions lead to significant rise in wheat prices
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