Thursday’s release of USDA’s weekly Drought Monitor report reinforced that new crops in the ground could begin to feel some stress. The report showed abnormally dry conditions throughout most of the U.S. production zone.
The early season dryness could really impact corn, which is why new crop futures spiked higher even as July corn lost value. The heat and dryness could get some relief from scattered storms and thunderstorms, but they are scattered.
USDA’s weekly Export Sales report is delayed until tomorrow due to this past Monday’s federal holiday. At the macro level, a new report shows China’s manufacturing sector may not be contracting after all. Financial markets continued to react posit...
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...
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...
