Global Risks

Major changes since August 28, 2008.

Headline risk

The risk has increased of an international commodity price bust, continuing a steady increase in the one-year stress balance since May. Most major commodities -- including oil, metals and agricultural products -- have been sliding as investors unwind their positions and global demand for commodities decreases because of slowing economic growth.

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.