The prices of most commodities retreated in late August as the dollar strengthened on the back of renewed expectations that the Fed will raise rates this year. That said, activity data out of China have been more promising recently, pointing to somewhat stronger demand in the remainder of this year and a more positive fundamental outlook for prices.
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