The prices of most commodities rose last month. In part, this was due to a weaker dollar. But stronger economic activity data for China also played a role. We think that growth in China is likely to slow over the coming months and, therefore, expect the prices of most industrial commodities to fall back from here. Oil is the key exception.
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