Grain and oilseed trading was mostly in the red today, with livestock markets trading higher. Volume was higher today in soymeal, but otherwise it was modest and even relatively low in corn. Markets tend to drift when lacking any major new directional inputs. USDA’s weekly Export Sales report covering last week was not unsupportive, it just lacked any wow factor. Especially with Mexico the standout but expected destination for many sales. Meanwhile, the soybean complex helplessly awaits word on a trade agreement with China, which is not expected, if at all, for a few more weeks even as Presidents Trump and Xi are scheduled to talk tomorrow. Complicating the global commodity situation is China’s slowing economy and th...
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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.