Insights and Stories on Futures

Jul. 10, 2024 at 3:49 pm CDT

Chicago Board of Trade soybean futures fell to a 2020 low on Wednesday, while corn hovered near a four-year low as favorable U.S. crop conditions kept a lid on prices.

By Heather Schlitz, Reuters

Jul. 10, 2024 at 2:03 pm CDT

Soybean and corn futures at the Chicago Board of Trade fell to fresh contract lows in early July, as relatively favourable growing conditions and bearish technical signals weighed on values.

By Phil Franz-Warkentin

Jul. 9, 2024 at 4:07 pm CDT

CME live and feeder cattle futures turned lower on Tuesday as cutout values fell and consumer demand waned following the end of major steak-eating holidays, traders said.

By Heather Schlitz, Reuters

Jul. 9, 2024 at 4:04 pm CDT

Chicago wheat and corn futures ticked higher on Tuesday after sharp declines on Monday, while most-active soybean futures closed at their lowest point in nearly four years, as expectations of ample supplies from northern hemisphere harvests hung over the market.

By Heather Schlitz, Reuters

Jul. 9, 2024 at 9:25 am CDT

For the week ending July 2, Western Canadian yearling prices were steady to $5 higher compared to seven days earlier for larger packages. Small groups of 800-pound-plus cattle were $10 to $15 discounted to pen-sized lots. Calf markets were relatively unchanged from the prior week, although volume was limited. There is significant open demand for yearlings and finishing feedlot operators are watching how prices develop.  

By Jerry Klassen