RARE PHOTOS: 3 - The Real Truth

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

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

Gold Prices May Hold a Surprise for Bullish Short-Term Traders

Gold traders closely monitor market conditions as economic uncertainty drives demand for the precious metal. Concerns over tariffs, inflation, and slowing economic growth have strengthened gold's appeal as a safe-haven asset. Additionally, with the Federal Reserve keeping interest rates steady at its recent meeting, the market is looking for four…

Barchart · Mar 21, 2025

Live Cattle Insiders Are Speaking – Are You Listening?

The US beef industry is set for another year of strong market performance, driven by tight cattle supplies and strong consumer demand. As the beef cowherd stabilizes after years of contraction, supply constraints give cattle producers more leverage in the market. What are the cattle insiders telling us about upcoming…

Barchart · Mar 3, 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

Can Gold Keep Climbing? The Shocking Signals Traders Shouldn't Ignore

Gold is defying expectations, soaring to record highs despite rising interest rates and a strong dollar—two factors that should traditionally hold it back. Gold doesn't generate income, unlike other assets, making it less appealing when bonds and cash offer attractive yields. Yet, its resilience sends a powerful message in today's…

Barchart · Feb 17, 2025

Trump's Bump in the S&P 500 is the Side of Extreme Rarely Seen, But That's Why it's Needed

The S&P 500 continues its bull market run from the October 2023 lows. While there are claims about the market being over-extended, the bull move does not seem ready to rest. President Trump has announced numerous outside investments in the US. An optimal seasonal buy window is approaching. Technically, the…

Barchart · Jan 27, 2025

It's All About the Crude Oil Insiders Knowing Something We Don't

Peter Lynch had a fantastic run managing the Magellan Fund, using the basic concept that equity investors should only buy a stock if they understand the business and are confident of holding it through market turbulence. Futures markets can be as rewarding. Traders only need to respect what the brilliant…

Barchart · Jan 7, 2025

Less = More with the New Gold Futures Contract

Have you ever felt that gold was priced out of your league to trade or invest? Retail traders will soon be able to trade gold with much less capital requirements. As the Chinese New Year looms, so does the pent-up seasonal demand for gold. Would you like to participate in…

Barchart · Dec 30, 2024