CBOT markets opened on the defensive after tensions between the U.S. and Iran continued to rise over the weekend. Dow futures opened 150 points lower for Monday’s trading and CBOT markets followed a mild risk-off mentality early as well. By mid-day, however, a different tone developed in Chicago markets with the dominant theme being that of sell corn/buy soybeans. Spread trading was active as funds and traders position for the January WASDE that is coming on Friday. The theme of 2019 was bearish surprises for corn, and traders seem to be bracing for more of the same in the January report. By some estimates, corn yields below 164 BPA are needed to create a truly bullish scenario. That, however, seems highly unlikely given USDA’s...
The magpie goose (Anseranas semipalmata) is the sole living representative species of the family Anseranatidae. This waterbird is found in northern Australia and southern New Guinea.[2] The species is not truly migratory but it sometimes travels large distances to find food and water, especiall...
The common ostrich (Struthio camelus), or simply ostrich, is a species of flightless bird native to certain areas of Africa (and historically, Arabia) and is the largest living species of bird. The common ostrich is one of two extant species of ostriches, the only living members of the genus St...
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A pika (/ˈpaɪkə, ˈpiːkə/ PY-kə, PEE-kə[3][4]) is a small, mountain-dwelling mammal native to Asia and North America. With short limbs, a very round body, an even coat of fur, and no external tail, they resemble their close relative the rabbit, but with short, rounded ears.[5] The large-eared pi...
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Infrastructure investment due diligence
On behalf of a Canadian oilseed processer WPI's team provided market analysis, econometric modeling and financial due diligence in support of a $24 million-dollar investment in a Ukrainian crush plant. Consistent with WPI's findings, local production to supply the plant and the facility's output have expanded exponentially since the investment. WPI has conducted parallel work on behalf of U.S., South American and European clients, both private and public, in the agri-food space.