Russian Grain Markets: 12-16 March, 2018 Domestic feed grain prices grew significantly, especially in the European part of Russia and particularly for corn. Thus, feed corn prices exceeded 4th grade wheat prices in some regions. Meanwhile, milling wheat export prices remained at $209/MT FOB Black Sea, but purchase prices at seaports grew to $187-189/MT CPT-Black Sea port. Feed barley export prices were steady at $216/MT FOB as were CPT-Black Sea port purchase prices at $189/MT. Corn export prices rose to $202/MT FOB Black Sea (+$12/MT) with further growth possible to $210/MT. (The current FOB Black Sea price is for Ukrainian corn.) GEOGRAPHICALLY 3rd grade soft milling wheat prices increased in Central and Siberia (+$2.30/MT), B...
What You Need to Know Today: Commodities were mostly lower across the board today after yesterday’s Federal Reserve meeting hinted at a potential interest rate hike later in 2026. The dollar index reached its highest level in over a year, and a strong dollar makes U.S. agricultural expor...
Key Market Insights Geopolitical Limbo: Geopolitical risk remained a key driver across global commodity markets today. President Trump stated that the Iran memorandum of understanding is not yet final and warned that military action could resume if negotiations fail. Both sides continue w...
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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.