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How to Calculate Market Price Using Supply and Demand

By Motley Fool Staff – Updated Apr 29, 2025 at 10:30 PM

Key Points

  • Commodity prices are set by the balance of supply and demand dynamics.
  • Market fluctuations in commodities influence both short-term prices and long-term productions.
  • Price surges trigger increased production efforts while high prices push down demand.
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