The Grains Close Higher on Friday, Led By Corn

Hans SchmitGrains

Soybeans– The eastern Midwest is dry and will likely miss out on rain late next week. Temperatures in the Midwest are expected to be cooler for the next two weeks, with the potential for frost. Water levels in the Mississippi River have also been affected by dryness which may disrupt exports in the weeks ahead. China continues to buy soybeans …

Pure Hedge – Livestock and Grain

Bill AllenGeneral Commentary

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5 Minutes on the Markets – 08/29/25

Jeff FosseGeneral Commentary

I post these videos every trading day, shortly after 8 AM CT. Check back here tomorrow for another update! Most markets we trade will be closed Monday for the Labor day holiday. Enjoy the 3 day weekend. Trade today, ahead of the holiday, could see lighter trading volume and potentially, more price volatility as a result of that. Live and …

Pure Hedge – Livestock and Grain

Bill AllenGeneral Commentary

8/28/25 . .   If you don’t like the customer service or lack of personal attention you are receiving at your new and very large brokerage house, you have options, and you don’t have to stay there. Account transfers are easy and so is opening a new account.  . . If you would like to receive more information on the …

Walsh Pure Technicals – Pure Hedge Division

Jon WiedemanGeneral Commentary

Jon Wiedeman                                                                                                                8/28/2025 If you would like to receive more information on the commodity markets or would like to open an account, please click the link Sign Up Now Daily ZSX5: November beans closed the day higher with export sales coming in above the highest estimates this morning and a strong corn and wheat market. I am using resistance …

The Grains Close Higher on Thursday

Hans SchmitGrains

Soybeans– Soybeans had another quiet day. It seems like traders may be preparing for the holiday. China is starting weekly soybean auctions from their reserves to supply crushers, will increase the demand for new imports. South America has been the primary supplier for China, but that could change if trade deal gets done. US export prices are still competitive. LSEG …

WALSH PURE SPREADER – Pure Hedge Division

Richard MoranGeneral Commentary

WALSH PURE SPREADER – Pure Hedge Division – Rich Moran                                                                                        8/27/2025 Jan-July Soybean Spread (ZSF26-ZSN26) The Jan-July Soybean Spread (ZSF26-ZSN26) was on a steady decline since February 5th when it got just above 0(zero) to +¼.  It trended down until it hit its low of -45¾ on August 8th.  Since August 11th, it has been fluttering and settling above the …

Grain Spreads: Unknown Destinations

Sean LuskGeneral Commentary

Please join me for a free grain and livestock webinar every Thursday at 3pm Central. We discuss supply, demand, weather, and the charts. Sign Up Now Commentary Beans closed lower today on weakness in meal and oil amid a continued malaise in the overall grain market as month end comes to a close Friday. China on Tuesday purchased another 3 …

December Corn Closes at 406 on Wednesday

Hans SchmitGrains

Soybeans– Soybeans were quite again today after trading 2 1/4 cents higher in the overnight session. Lower temperatures are expected to continue over the next 2 weeks in the Midwest. The eastern part of the Midwest will be dry for the next week. China trade negotiators will head to DC for a meeting this week. Soybeans are trading above the …

5 Minutes on the Markets – 08/27/25

Jeff FosseGeneral Commentary

I post these videos every trading day, shortly after 8 AM CT. Check back here tomorrow for another update! New contract highs and closes in both Feeder and Live Cattle on Tuesday. Feeders did leave a gap on the charts, leaving Monday’s highs as a downside target. Lean Hogs rallied, as well, making a bullish breakout and closing at about …