GOOD MORNING, Prices continue to congest in recent ranges with last week's lows holding so far. Technically speaking, the downside trends were interrupted starting Monday and price action has been a slow but even stabilization process. Funds were net sellers across the board yesterday, but with prices choppy they may be buying some of those contracts back today. WEATHER Forecasts remain mixed with a combination of light rains this week pressuring markets, but more needed to assure that crops make it through August in the eastern Corn Belt. Forecasts continue to call for some relief this week/next which keeps the rallies in check for now. The 6/10 day outlook is for variable temperatures and near...
Weighing in on strategic realignment
WPI’s team was retained by the governing board of a U.S. industry organization to review a decision, reached by vote, to invest significant assets into the development and management of an export trading company. WPI’s team conducted a formal review of this decision and concluded that the current level of market saturation would limit the benefits of the investment. Based on WPI’s analysis and recommended actions, the board subsequently reversed its decision and undertook a strategic planning effort to identify more impactful investments. On behalf of numerous clients, WPI has not only assisted in identifying strategic paths but also advised their implementation.