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• Many analysts expect demand for metals and minerals to outstrip supply in the coming years
• Veteran watchers of the industry were caught off guard when crude prices tumbled - -
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Prices have fallen but settled on a higher plateau
With accelerating growth in emerging economies, upward pressure is likely to continue, writes Javier Blas
Metals & minerals: China still dominates the scene
Many analysts expect demand to outstrip supply in the coming years, writes Jack Farchy
Regulators: US bodies hope for international co-ordination in wake of financial reform bill
The threat of stricter regulation is about to hit home, writes Gregory Meyer
Hiring: Market for traders is the hottest one of all
Izabella Kaminska says practical experience is highly prized
Oil: Investors move to safer havens in spite of strong demand
Gregory Meyer notes volatility has jumped after months of increasing calm
Banks: Lower volatility threatens fall in revenues
Greater competition is also taking its toll, says Javier Blas
Investment: Managers turn to more creative strategies
Appetite is waning for indices that passively track commodities, says Gregory Meyer
Agriculture: Bumper harvests bring stability
Jack Farchy says many prices should remain low for now
