Commodities
Demand Shock
Definition
What is Demand Shock?
An unexpected change in demand that materially affects prices.
Example in practice
How This Looks in Practice
A recessionA broad and material decline in economic activity lasting more than a brief period. produces a negative oil-demand shock.
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