Global Risks

Major changes since August 14, 2008.

Headline risk

The risk has increased of a commodity price bust, maintaining a slight upward trend in the one-year stress balance over the past twelve months, and five-year stress balance since May. The Standard and Poor's GSCI index, which covers most major commodities, continued its recent falls. Sustained declines in commodities markets suggests investors are closing their positions and changing their expectations.

You can see a complete list of Global Stress Points we are monitoring on the guest page of the live service.

You can learn more about the Global Stress Points Matrix™, or request a trial through the service information page.