Tag: markets
Commodity markets thaw, securities markets remain in deep ice
The commodities and securities markets continue on the paths plowed for them by last year’s inflation, Russia’s war, the global pandemic and politics.
Building a strong case for neoliberalism’s continued weakening
Rana Foroohar builds a strong case for neoliberalism’s continued weakening in her new book, “Homecoming," and the world should hope she’s right.
Nowhere to hide at low tide
Many ag companies followed a pattern of higher stock prices from January through late April and then faced hard declines. Alan Guebert explains why.
Farmer sentiment weakens amid concerns
Producers’ view of their farms’ financial situation was less optimistic in October compared to September, declining six points to 104 in October.
Pleasant surprises as the harvest progresses
After all the summer hype, grain crops are better than expected and carryout projections are low enough that analysts still see good sales opportunities.
Marlin: New fear strikes at grain prices
Marlin Clark explains how current events and rumors have been affecting grain prices in this week's market report.
Marlin: Harvest thinking is now upon us
Marlin Clark predicts that the 2021-2022 crop will be as tight in supply as this past year’s, which will continue to support prices.
Ohio increases planting as market plunge stops
Marlin Clark explains planting progress in relation to grain market price changes for the week of May 24-30.
Weather drives rising corn prices
The price of corn in the United States has been increasing this year and is now approaching record highs. Like in 2012, the weather is a factor.
Outlook suggests good returns for primary commodity crops
The crop margin outlook for this year is decidedly different from last year at this time. Barry Ward weighs in in this week's Dairy Excel column.