122.2 Commodity Prices Are Telling Us This… 

———Ep 122.2 Summary———
We review palladium, copper and iron ore – all metals and minerals that peaked in value in May (lumber too). Some commodities continue to rise in value, specifically energy. How do we reconcile the deflationary/disinflationary former to the inflationary latter? Also, US auto sales.

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———Ep 122.2 Topics———

00:00 INTRO: A review of palladium, iron ore, copper and lumber prices.
00:44 What condition is the US automotive industry in? A review of assemblies and sales.
01:51 Can logistical problems explain the poor performance of US auto sales for September?
05:39 Logistical problems yes, but not solely logistical problems explain poor US auto sales.
12:55 The commodity-intensive goods-sector was ‘all’ that was allowed to function in 2020.
15:23 Palladium prices peaked in May.
18:07 Iron ore prices peaked in May (well, maybe a smidge higher in July).
19:49 Copper prices peaked in May.
20:48 Lumber prices peaked in May.
24:57 A review of broad commodity categories: metals, precious metals, agriculture, energy.
26:24 Crude oil / energy commodities are lagging indicators concerning economic growth.

———Ep 122.2 References———

What’s The Real Downside To Some of These Key Commodities?: https://bit.ly/3oVIsZd
Alhambra Investments Blog: https://bit.ly/2VIC2wWlin
RealClear Markets Essays: https://bit.ly/38tL5a7