Global trade endures amid Iran conflict
Global trade of commodities continued to grow in mid-2026, despite the war in Iran and trade disruptions, supported by strong demand for electronic components and goods related to artificial intelligence. The commodity trade index rose to 102 points in July, surpassing the 100 mark which indicated a slowdown in growth. This suggests that the electronics and technological devices sector is a major contributor to this growth, with the electronic components index reaching its highest level at 104.9 points due to the increasing demand for AI technologies. Additionally, data indicates that the volume of global trade continued to rise by 4.7% in the first quarter of 2026, with expectations that corporate investments in artificial intelligence will boost growth by 0.5 percentage points. However, risks associated with the Strait of Hormuz and the ongoing rise in energy prices still threaten the stability of global trade movement.
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