The CBOT started Tuesday with bearish pressure that impacted corn, soybeans, and wheat alike. The day’s trade didn’t end there, however, and the major grain markets settled higher to start the week. Traders initially reacted to the forecasts for a winter storm across the Southern Plains and Midwest that will bring beneficial moisture this week. The region is experiencing drought conditions and concerns are growing that, unless it receives steady moisture this spring, the planting effort will be constrained by drought. Additionally, the news that China’s GDP grew at 3 percent in 2022 – the second slowest pace since 1976 (2020 was the slowest) – reignited concerns about a slowdown in the importer’s economy...
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...
The U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) enters its mandated six-year review on 1 July. The original intent of the review is outlined in Article 34.7, which obligates members to: Provide recommendations and decide on appropriate actions. Extend the USMCA for another 16 years and meet aga...
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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.