Soybeans– Rain is moving through Iowa and Nebraska today, with rains expected to continue over the eastern corn belt. Below-average temperatures are expected for the weekend with temperatures increasing again in the week 2 forecast. China trade deal discussions were reported as constructive. Chinese Vice Commerce Minister Li Chenggang said both countries “agreed to push for the continued extension,” which …
5 Minutes on the Markets – 07/30/25
I post these videos every trading day, shortly after 8 AM CT. Check back here tomorrow for another update! New Contract highs and Contract highs closes in both the Live and Feed Cattle futures on Tuesday. I understand that these are very lofty levels for Cattle and Beef prices, but I see no sign of bearish activity, currently, and expect …
Soybean Oil Closes Up 75 cents, 20 cents from the 3-Month High
Soybeans– Growing conditions have been favorable, overall, for soybeans. Soybean ratings for this week improved by 2 points to 70% good/excellent. Soybeans now have the best conditions for this week of the year since 2020. Last year at this time, soybean ratings were 67% good/excellent. China and U.S. trade discussions continued today in Sweden. China has yet purchased any soybeans …
5 Minutes on the Markets – 07/29/25
I post these videos every trading day, shortly after 8 AM CT. Check back here tomorrow for another update! New contract highs and new contract high closes in Live Cattle and Feeder Cattle, following Friday’s trifecta of bullish USDA data. Live Cattle did post a near Doji (price equilibrium day) which offers a little caution to the bulls, but the …
Trade Deals Fail to Bring Bullish Momentum to the Grains
Soybeans– Soybeans were not able to rally despite trade deal developments. Argentina announced the export tax for soybeans will drop from 33% to 26%. For soybean products, the export tax will be reduced from 31% to 24.5%. Argentina has stated that these export tax reductions are permanent. The export tax reduction and the current weather pattern have weighed negatively on …
5 Minutes on the Markets – 7/28/25
I post these videos every trading day, shortly after 8 AM CT. Check back here tomorrow for another update! Live Cattle and Feeder Cattle futures rallied into the close on Friday. After the close, the USDA released the July Cattle on Feed Report and the July Inventory report. Cattle on Feed shows a decline of 2% on the overall herd, …
5 Minutes on the Markets – 7/25/25
I post these videos every trading day, shortly after 8 AM CT. Check back here tomorrow for another update! Live and Feeder Cattle markets saw a bit of bearish profit taking yesterday, ahead of today Cattle on Feed, Cold Storage and Inventory reports. Fundamentals (supply/demand) remain bullish and I would be very surprised to see the reports reflect something bearish. …
Can Trade Deals Help the Grains Move in the Right Direction?
Soybeans– Soybean traders are still unpacking the recent trade deals with the Philippines and Japan. The trade deal news has not impacted soybeans significantly in either direction. Last night, the White House said that the Japanese trade deal could include $8 billion worth of U.S. Ag products, however specific figures were not specified. Trade talks with China are scheduled to …
5 Minutes on the Markets – 07/24/25
I post these videos every trading day, shortly after 8 AM CT. Check back here tomorrow for another update! New Contract highs and contract highs closes in both Live and Feeder Cattle. 3 big reports come out after the close on Friday which have the potential to move markets next week. Seasonally, prices tend to come down a bit in …
Recent Trade Deals Fail to Spark a Rally in the Grains
Soybeans– There was a trade deal made yesterday with the Philippines, and today there was a deal made with Japan. Despite the trade deals, soybeans were not able to rally. Further trade deals with South Korea, India, and the EU would be bullish. President Trump is expected to meet with China’s Xi this fall. The 14 day forecast shows temperatures …