Economics, Econometrics and Finance
8 years ago

Financial speculation on commodity markets threatens developing countries' economic stability.

RePEc: Research Papers in Economics
Commodity prices, financial markets, and development: Effects of the financialisation of commodity markets and necessary policy reforms
Cornelia Staritz, Christine Heumesser, Karin Küblböck

Paper Summary

Commodity prices impact developing countries, with financial investors affecting price dynamics. Policy reforms are needed to reduce speculation and maintain market roles.

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