What You Need to Know Today:
The Trump administration announced new tariffs of 10 percent to 12.5 percent on imports from 60 major U.S. trading partners as part of a Section 301 action aimed at combating forced labor in global supply chains. Countries that have agreed to adopt and enforce bans on imports made with forced labor will face a 10 percent tariff, while those that have not will face a 12.5 percent tariff, with certain products exempted. The administration says the policy is designed to pressure trading partners to strengthen forced labor enforcement, protect workers, and advance broader America First trade objectives. The tariffs apply to 60 top U.S. trade partners that combine to supply 99.4 percent of American imports. It was a...
Key Takeaways: Grain futures pulled back sharply in overnight trade Friday on rumors that Ukraine proposed two possible options for ensuring civilian vessel safety in the Black Sea. Both Russia and Ukraine have recently targeted civilian vessels carrying oil and grain in the Sea of Azov...
USDA’s monthly cattle on feed report was released today, along with the semi-annual cattle inventory report. The total number of cattle on feed in feedlots with a capacity of 1,000 head or more amounted to 11.4 million head, or 102 percent of last year. All cattle and calves totaled 94.2...
