GOOD MORNING, Inflation talk propped up prices yesterday as new money flows into commodities in general, with inflows into ags as well. Dec. corn continued to find chart-based buying and placing new contract highs, while oil share continues to firm as well. Soyoil values could remain well supported in its connection to inflation and firmer outside markets, as canola, palm, and crude continue firm. US and SA cash markets are firm, with domestic corn basis surging in some markets, namely Indiana and the Dakotas. The corn basis remains strong on the good pace of exports, a better ethanol outlook, and higher feed. Movement remains slow as markets rally, with farmers busy planting and not selling...
What You Need to Know Today: Cattle futures extended their sharp selloff Friday as weakening cash cattle prices, deteriorating feedlot profitability, and reduced packer demand continued to weigh on the market. The inability of futures to sustain a rally following last week's bullish Cattle on...
As predicted, the Federal Reserve held rates steady at the last meeting before the midterm elections, likely in part because of the election (see WPI 19 October and 22 September). The decision comes at the tail end of a midterm election cycle that has been marked by the two parties campaigning...
From WPI Consulting
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.