The agricultural market is a complex and dynamic environment influenced by a multitude of factors. The January 10th, 2025 Market Plus report featuring Ted Seifried and Matthew Bennett provides a comprehensive analysis of these factors, focusing on algorithmic trading, yield projections, and
On January 9, the U.S. stock market will experience a significant disruption as it observes a National Day of Mourning. This closure corresponds with the state funeral of former President Jimmy Carter, who passed away on December 29, 2024, at the age of 100. Such market closures are customary to
The commodity markets in 2024 were marked by significant volatility, driven by a range of geopolitical, economic, and environmental factors. This year saw a series of wild price swings across various commodities, from gold reaching record highs to cocoa emerging as the best performer. Key factors
The financial landscape is poised for a significant transformation in 2025, with commodities expected to take center stage. This shift comes after a period of substantial gains in the stock market and declining commodity values, influenced by evolving macroeconomic factors. Investors are now eyeing
While stocks and forex have traditionally attracted a lion’s share of investor attention, the commodities market often remains underappreciated despite being a crucial component of the global economic system. This underestimation overlooks the reality that commodities, both hard and soft, underpin
As the global oil market navigates a complex landscape, hints of immediate supply tightness have provided some support to oil prices this week. However, these gains were tempered by a notably downgraded global demand forecast from OPEC for the coming years. On Wednesday, Brent futures recorded a
