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Crude Oil Breakout Backed by Seasonals, Technicals, and COT Report

Crude Oil fun fact: Crude Oil doesn't need bullish headlines to rally. It needs seasonals + structure + smart money alignment. Those boxes are getting checked.

Barchart · Feb 6

Learn How to Read These Smart Money Warning Signs as Commitments of Traders Data Comes Back Online

Top commodity expert Don Dawson explains how to interpret COT data as this key smart-money indicator returns to markets.

Barchart · Nov 21, 2025

Children under five at risk from only consuming plant milk, say experts

Nutritional experts working for the UK Government have raised concerns over the nutritional value of plant milk for children under five

The Independent UK · Jul 16, 2025

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Plant milks ‘not nutritionally equivalent’ to cows’ milk – expert review

Soya, oat and almond milk have become increasingly popular in recent years.

Evening Standard · Jul 16, 2025

Global Corn Demand Soars, U.S. Supply in Focus—Can You Capitalize on This Market Shift?

Traders, the U.S. corn market is at a tipping point! Seasonal sell-offs and weather risks create opportunity. COT report tips the odds. Will you play it safe or go big?

Barchart · Jul 7, 2025

Outsmart the Corn Market: Seasonal Patterns and COT Data Guide You

Corn prices seasonally begin to slide by June 29, with an 87% occurrence over 15 years & a $915 average profit per contract. Big money’s betting short on a 15.8B bushel U.S. crop & Brazil’s 99.8-129M ton Safrinha. Dare to join the sell side? Make your move!

Barchart · May 26, 2025

The Sugar Market Is Calling—Answer with These Bold Trades!

Sugar #11 futures are primed for a mid-May rally! MRCI seasonal research and COT sentiment point to gains. Curious how pros trade this? Get actionable steps to participate before the July expiration!

Barchart · May 14, 2025

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Copper’s Summer Slide: Can Traders Profit from July Futures’ Seasonal Drop?

Copper’s July futures are primed for a seasonal price dip, driven by China’s economic slowdown and hefty LME inventories. Seasonal data reveals a consistent sell pattern, allowing traders to profit with futures or options. Uncover the strategy and risks to seize this bearish opportunity.

Barchart · May 12, 2025

Corn Market Planting Season Outlook: What Traders and Hedgers Need to Know

Holy cow, the corn market in April is a wild ride! The USDA's latest WASDE report slashed stocks and cranked up exports, while the recent COT report shows funds tiptoeing around tariff chaos. The planting season is off to a rocky start with iffy weather, and trade policy could flip…

Barchart · Apr 16, 2025

Soybean Farmers Under Pressure: Which Comes First $8 or $12 Beans?

Soybean prices are under intense pressure as the market grapples with record-high beginning stocks, signaling an oversupply issue that traders can't ignore. Strong yields have kept production levels high despite a reduced planted acreage, adding to the glut. Meanwhile, export demand remains sluggish, weighed down by shifting global trade dynamics…

Barchart · Feb 19, 2025

Big Futures Traders Are Shorting the Cotton Market. Is a Major Move Coming?

Large future traders are predominantly selling short the cotton futures market. A major price bottom is likely coming soon.

Barchart · Feb 12, 2025

Corn Prices Rebound in 2025: Is the Rally Here to Stay? Want Less Risk to Participate?

Corn markets showed signs of life in early 2025 after a tough year of price declines, creating fresh opportunities for traders. After the USDA's recent WASDE report, the supply outlook is clearer—but will demand and global factors drive a sustained rally? Volatility will increase, and the CME Group will introduce…

Barchart · Feb 7, 2025

Is Gold on the Horizon for the Commodity Complex Early Monday Morning?

Of the 3 Kings of Commodities, Gold was the leader coming out of the weekend. This wasn't a huge surprise given the recent sharp selloff in the market.

Barchart · Nov 18, 2024

Feel Like You Missed the Recent Gold Rush? No Worries, Another Opportunity is Waiting

When investing in gold, investors frequently ask, "Is now the right time to buy?" Hindsight makes it easier to pinpoint when gold's value surged the most but does not allow making profits after the fact. Considering gold's typically inverse relationship with stocks, interest rates, and the US Dollar, following price…

Barchart · Oct 18, 2024

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Barchart · Oct 2, 2024

Corn Producer Relief Rally Underway – Will Stored Old Crop Corn Finally Be Priced?

Managed money began liquidating their record short positions in mid-July. Prices declined until late August when a potential seasonal low was $3.85. Producers of unpriced stored carry-over corn have patiently waited for this speculative short-covering rally to sell into. Could producers get a more substantial rally than expected and hedge…

Barchart · Sep 17, 2024

Holding Corn? Ready to Sell at Higher Prices?

A corn trader should look to buy when prices approach levels near the cost of production, as further downside risk may be limited. With corn futures already down about 18% year-to-date due to increased supply expectations, traders should consider that prices at or below production costs tend to create upward…

Barchart · Jul 16, 2024

Tumbling Corn Prices Have More Room to the Downside

Corn market participants have seen a steep fall after prices peaked in the Spring of 2022. Last year's planting season rally saw prices peak at $6.30 based on the new crop December 2023 futures. Many farmers/producers held onto their crops, anticipating higher prices. However, record production in the US and…

Barchart · Jun 7, 2024

Corn Prices – Sub $3.25 Before $6.00 Per Bushel?

Based on the continuous futures contract, corn prices peaked at nearly $8.25 in May 2022. The rally was in response to the Russian attack on Ukraine, forcing international grain prices to rally. Since that time, the price has declined to $4.50. Corn has a bullish seasonal pattern after the planting…

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Barchart · Dec 4, 2023

What Does CFTC Commercial Data Tell Us About Corn Fundamentals?

When if comes to corn market fundamentals we have the somewhat murky CFTC Commitemnts of Traders reports or the rather clear reads of basis and futures spreads.

Barchart · Jun 25, 2023

Are Corn Prices Vulnerable to a Seasonal Price Sell-Off?

The corn market is subject to seasonal patterns and fluctuations impacting prices, production, and supply. Understanding these patterns and trends is vital to making informed decisions about buying or selling corn and anticipating market changes. This article will examine how farmers and traders position themselves to benefit from these seasonal…

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