Russian Grain Markets: 6-10 November 2017 Market Trends Milling wheat prices rose gradually in RUB expression, but they decreased in USD expression due to weakening of the ruble. Meanwhile, prices for other grains fluctuated insignificantly. GEOGRAPHICALLY 3rd grade soft milling wheat prices grew in Black Soil (+$1.30/MT) and Volga Valley (+$0.80/MT), but they decreased in Siberia (-$0.60/MT) while remaining stable in other regions. 4th grade soft milling wheat prices increased in Central (+$0.60/MT) and Black Soil (+$0.70/MT), but they dropped in Siberia and Ural (-$0.20-0.70/MT). Meanwhile, prices were stable in Volga Valley and the South. 5th grade wheat prices grew in Central and Black Soil (+$0.60-0.80/MT), fell in Siberia...
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The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released the Consumer Price Index (CPI) on Wednesday. In July, the CPI rose 0.1 percent, seasonally adjusted, and rose 3.4 percent over the last 12 months, not seasonally adjusted. The index for all items less food and energy, or the “core” infla...
We have described the long-term investment climate in crop and livestock production, using data primarily from the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA). The data provided background on the current investment climate and outlook for agricultural capital formation. Our conclusion was that investment...
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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.