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Wheat Rallies on Wednesday
Grain
February 18, 2026
From 
Austin Schroeder
 via 
Barchart

Wheat Rallies on Wednesday

The wheat complex was in bounce back mode on Wednesday, with gains across all three markets.. Chicago SRW futures were up 9 to 10 cents at the close. KC HRW futures led the bull’s charge, with contracts up 11 to 12 ¼ cents in the nearbys. MPLS spring wheat saw...
Corn Firms into the Wednesday Close
Grain
February 18, 2026
From 
Austin Schroeder
 via 
Barchart

Corn Firms into the Wednesday Close

Corn futures managed to hold onto some strength on Wednesday, as contracts closed fractionally to a penny higher. The CmdtyView national average Cash Corn price was up ½ cent to $3.94 1/2. USDA's armchair estimate for the US corn balance sheet will be released at Thursday’s Ag Outlook Forum. Ahead...
Soybeans Drift into the Wednesday Close
Grain
February 18, 2026
From 
Austin Schroeder
 via 
Barchart

Soybeans Drift into the Wednesday Close

Soybeans failed to hold the early Wednesday strength, as contracts closed fractionally mixed on Wednesday. The cmdtyView national average Cash Bean price is down 4 cents at $10.64 1/2. Soymeal futures were down $1.90 to $4.50 in the front months, with Soy Oil futures 107 to 132 points higher. Strength...
Grain Spreads: AG Forum Tomorrow
Grain
February 18, 2026
From 
Sean Lusk
 via 
Barchart

Grain Spreads: AG Forum Tomorrow

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Walsh Cattle Opportunities - Pure Hedge Division
Grain
February 18, 2026
From 
Walsh Trading
 via 
Barchart

Walsh Cattle Opportunities - Pure Hedge Division

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CMA CGM Strengthens India Ties with LNG Ship Order and R&D Hub
News
February 18, 2026
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

CMA CGM Strengthens India Ties with LNG Ship Order and R&D Hub

CMA CGM is doubling down on India, having finalizing shipbuilding contracts with Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) for six LNG-powered containerships while launching a dedicated Research & Development hub in the...

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Grain Stocks
Grain
January 10, 2025
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Grain Stocks

Grain Stocks - 2025-01-10
Crop Production
Grain
January 10, 2025
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Crop Production

Crop Production - 2025-01-10
US Ramps Up Pressure on Russia With Fresh Energy Sanctions
News
January 10, 2025
From 
Bloomberg
 via 
gCaptain

US Ramps Up Pressure on Russia With Fresh Energy Sanctions

The US imposed its most aggressive sanctions on Russia’s oil industry yet as the Biden administration looks for last-minute ways to boost Ukraine’s leverage in possible peace negotiations after Donald Trump takes office.
SOUNION Salvaged! Complex Operation Prevents Major Environmental Disaster in Red Sea
Defense
January 10, 2025
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

SOUNION Salvaged! Complex Operation Prevents Major Environmental Disaster in Red Sea

Maritime security firm Ambrey has confirmed the successful salvage of the MT SOUNION, a Greek-owned oil tanker that became a focal point as one of the worst attacks in the ongoing...
U.S. Blocks More Than 180 Vessels, Oil Traders and Companies In Sweeping New Sanctions Against Russia
News
January 10, 2025
From 
Malte Humpert
 via 
gCaptain

U.S. Blocks More Than 180 Vessels, Oil Traders and Companies In Sweeping New Sanctions Against Russia

In an unprecedented move targeting Russia’s energy sector the U.S. Department of the Treasury announced sanctions against more than 180 vessels, dozens of oil traders, oilfield service providers and insurance companies.
Germany’s Costly LNG Terminals Aren’t Paying Off as Imports Dip
News
January 10, 2025
From 
Bloomberg
 via 
gCaptain

Germany’s Costly LNG Terminals Aren’t Paying Off as Imports Dip

Germany spent big on liquefied natural gas terminals to ensure energy security, but the high cost of using them means they’re bringing in a tiny fraction of its gas needs.
Grain Traders Await New News from the USDA
Grain
January 10, 2025
From 
Oliver Sloup
 via 
Barchart

Grain Traders Await New News from the USDA

Grain markets are relatively quiet in the early morning trade as market participants gear up for the monthly data dump from the USDA.
Corn Popping Higher Ahead of USDA Reports
Grain
January 10, 2025
From 
Austin Schroeder
 via 
Barchart

Corn Popping Higher Ahead of USDA Reports

Corn price action is showing another round of 1 to 2 cents so far on Friday. Futures posted some gains heading into the Thursday close, ahead of USDA report day, as contracts were up 1 to 2 ½ cents across most months. The national average Cash Corn price from cmdtyView...
Soybeans Sneaking Higher on Bean Oil Strength
Grain
January 10, 2025
From 
Austin Schroeder
 via 
Barchart

Soybeans Sneaking Higher on Bean Oil Strength

Soybeans are trading with fractional to 3 cent gains so far on Friday AM trade. Bulls posted higher trade on Thursday with contracts up 4 to 6 cents in most front months, despite a weaker start to the shortened session. CmdtyView’s national front month Cash Bean price was up a...
Wheat Mixed to Begin USDA Data Day
Grain
January 10, 2025
From 
Austin Schroeder
 via 
Barchart

Wheat Mixed to Begin USDA Data Day

Wheat futures are mixed across the three exchanges so far on Friday AM trade. The wheat market saw some late session buying off the midday lows on Thursday, though contracts still closed lower on pre-report position squaring. Chicago SRW futures were down 2 to 3 cents in the nearby contracts...
What Market Looks "Best"?
Grain
January 10, 2025
From 
Darin Newsom
 via 
Barchart

What Market Looks "Best"?

I was asked what my "favorite" market is heading into 2025. My answer was what it has been for the past two decades - Corn.
Wheat Slip Lower Ahead of USDA Data Day
Grain
January 9, 2025
From 
Austin Schroeder
 via 
Barchart

Wheat Slip Lower Ahead of USDA Data Day

The wheat market saw some late session buying off the midday lows on Thursday, though contracts still closed lower on pre-report position squaring. Chicago SRW futures were down 2 to 3 cents in the nearby contracts on the day. KC HRW posted steady to fractionally lower trade across most contracts...