Commodities rise as global uncertainty continues

CNBC reports indexes are up for all global commodities including gold, platinum and palladium.

The article is quoted as saying,

Commodities traders are concerned about global oil supply disruptions because of anti-government clashes in Libya and other parts of the Middle East and North Africa.

The other pressing issue is whether demand for commodities will fall as Japan rebuilds after a devastating March 11 earthquake and tsunami and the ensuing crisis at nuclear plants there.

Both situations can affect a broad range of commodities, from oil to corn.

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