The slump in equity prices in China has damaged confidence in global commodity markets, including oil and especially industrial metals. However, we think that the current negativity is overdone. While there are a few channels by which falling stock markets can undermine demand for commodities, the significance of these effects is usually exaggerated and particularly so in China’s case. What’s more, they should be at least partly offset by additional policy stimulus and better news on the real economy.
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