From Bloxo:
Global commodity prices have risen by 26% since January 2016 and oil prices are at the highest level in over a year. We see commodity prices as likely to be past their trough.
The lift in commodity prices has significant implications for Australia. For inflation, the impact should be expected through a number of channels. The rise in oil prices should have a direct impact on inflation, by lifting petrol prices. There are also second round effects through the impact on transport and other energy costs.