Commodities

Japan, Korea May Face Wheat Supply Disruptions From Closure of U.S. Rivers Japan, the biggest buyer of U.S. wheat, may stockpile the grain or seek alternative supplies before the U.S. closes its largest export gateway later this year for a three-month revamp, potentially delaying shipments.

Crude Oil Trades Little Changed as Dollar Weakens, Equity Indexes Recover Oil fell in New York as the dollar strengthened against the euro, boosting the appeal of commodities after a report showed an unexpected narrowing of the U.S. trade deficit.

Sugar Output May Advance 60% in India Over Two Years, Centrum Broking Says Sugar output in India, the world’s biggest importer, may surge 60 percent in the next two years on increased planting, depressing earnings at the country’s sugar makers, Centrum Broking Pvt. said.