Commentary

I cannot recall the last time I could say this but, grain and soy markets have begun the week on a strong note, extending the advance that began post-USDA report last week.  In fact, both corn and soybeans have begun with a gap higher.  Do recognize that neither is a…

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“Honey, grab the masks and hand sanitizer, we are headed for the mall.” That appears to have been the rallying cry from consumers last month as the Advance Monthly Sales for Retail and Food Services in this country grew 1.2% to $523 billion.  Though this was not as robust as…

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Is the number seven really lucky?  Gauging by how often we hear the term used, one might think so.  While it often seems to be associated with gambling of one form or another; Lottery tickets, slot machines, and even casinos have been named Lucky 7, it is interesting to note…

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