Pacific island commodity prices 1994

Abstract

The June and September quarters of 1993 have been dramatic turning points for many commodity prices. For some, such as copra, coconut oil, palm oil, cocoa, coffee, copper and sawn timber, these quarters marked the beginning of quite significant recoveries. For others, including beef and meranti timber, they were the beginning of decline. Gold, sapelli timber, tea and sugar have shown no significant movements in either direction. Show more