THE OPEN Nov beans: 10 lower Dec meal; 2.30 lower Dec soyoil: 52 lower Dec corn: 2 1/2 lower Dec wheat: 3 3/4 lower The markets opened as called but quickly moved lower as funds turned sellers into an open harvest weekend. Most commodities outside grains are also trending weaker, which is making this a macro-sell side. IHS Market released new acreage estimates based on the latest Farm Service Agency numbers:
Corn acreage: increasing by 420,000 acres from the USDA's Sep. crop report to 93.7 mln for 2021; production: 15,046 mln bu Soybean acreage: increasing by 150,000 acres from the USDA's Sep. crop report to 87.5 mln for 2021; production: 4,381 mln bu...
What You Need to Know Today: The latest EIA Short-Term Energy Outlook forecast 2027 U.S. WTI crude oil at $65.39/brl, up about $5 from the prior forecast. President Trump late Monday claimed the U.S. has swept the entire Strait of Hormuz (SOH) for sea mines. Iran’s security council said...
Key Takeaways: Soymeal with 44 percent protein generally contains more soybean hulls and fiber, while 48 percent soymeal is more extensively dehulled, resulting in higher protein concentration and lower fiber. CBOT soymeal futures were lowered from a 48 percent to 47.5 percent protein specific...
The trade deficit contracted slightly to $73.3 billion in June, a break from the volatility that has underscored international trade over the past year. Despite the small change, there was plenty of activity behind the scenes: imports fell $7.3 billion, led by crude oil, reflecting cheaper crud...
