The US stock market has retreated to 2021 highs, up approximately 5%, creating a volatile environment. Amid this downturn, gaming and hospitality real estate has emerged as a defensive sector, offering stability through steady cash flows and long-term leases. This niche segment of the real estate market, focused on properties tied to casinos, hotels, and...
The cruise industry has weathered a stormy economic climate, but Carnival Corporation (NYSE: CCL) emerges as a standout opportunity for investors. With its stock sliding from $26 to $17 per share—and its ADR (CUK) at $15.59 as of April 22— Carnival’s valuation reflects market pressures rather than its operational strength. Boasting passenger bookings exceeding...
India has solidified its position as a global agricultural powerhouse, overtaking China to become the world’s leading rice producer in the 2024/25 season. India’s rice production has reached a record 147 million tons, marking its ninth consecutive year of growth. This milestone, coupled with record-high rice exports of 24.5 million tons, underscores India’s...
Global soybean ending stocks are up 1.1 million tons to 122.5 million, while US stocks are down 5 million bushels to 375 million. Despite these fluctuations, soybean prices remain stable at $9.95 per bushel.
Global Soybean Supply: A Tale of Two Regions
The WASDE report highlights not so simple picture for global soybean supply in 2024/25. Beginning stocks are...
The wheat market is sending mixed signals in April, according to the latest WASDE report. The report, released on April 10, projects US wheat ending stocks at 846 million bushels, up 27 million bushels from the previous estimate, marking a 22% increase year-over-year. Despite this supply increase, the season-average farm price remains steady at $5.50 per bushel....
The US livestock market is experiencing significant price volatility in 2025, as outlined in the USDA’s April 2025 World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report. Cattle prices are projected to rise to $206 per cwt, driven by robust demand, while hog prices are lowered to $61 per cwt due to weaker export demand amid tariffs and global competition....
The US corn market is experiencing a notable export boom in April. The WASDE report shows to us a 100 million bushel increase in US corn exports, driven by competitive pricing, though this comes at the expense of ending stocks, which are down 75 million bushels to 1.5 billion. With the season-average price steady at $4.35 per bushel, traders have a unique...
The global cotton market is signaling a potential correction in April 2025, as outlined in the USDA’s World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report released on April 10. The report projects a 520,000-bale increase in global ending stocks to 78.86 million bales, driven by lower consumption in key markets like China and Indonesia. In the US, cotton...
The US dairy market is entering a challenging phase, marked by rising milk production and declining prices. The USDA’s April 2025 World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report projects US milk production at 226.9 billion pounds, an increase from the prior estimate, while prices for key dairy products like butter, cheese, nonfat dry milk (NDM),...
Emerging markets often present a delicate balance of risk and reward, and Egypt’s sovereign debt market is no exception. In recent years, Egypt has undergone significant economic reforms, positioning its government bonds as an attractive option for yield-hungry investors. With double-digit yields and a stabilizing economic backdrop, Egypt’s bonds offer a...
Introduction
Silver has emerged as a standout among precious metals in Q1 2025, delivering solid gains amid choppy markets. While gold grabs headlines with its record highs, silver quietly notched a 17% rise since January, showcasing its dual role as an industrial staple and a safe-haven for traders. In this article, we dive into silver’s price action, the impact...
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Coronado Global Resources (ASX:CRN) is an Australian company specializing in metallurgical coal for the steel industry. With assets in Australia and the USA, it holds a notable position in the market. But is it worth investing in now? Let’s find out.
Financial Performance for the First Half of 2024
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Central banks across the globe are stockpiling gold at a pace unseen in decades. Since 2022, this trend has gained momentum, with gold now outpacing the euro in global reserve portfolios while the U.S. dollar’s once-unshakable dominance shows signs of erosion. At the same time, gold futures have soared past $3,100, hitting...
Temporary Tariff Suspension and Its Implications
The U.S. has temporarily suspended tariffs on agricultural imports from Canada and Mexico until April 2, providing short-term relief to cross-border trade. However, Canada's retaliatory tariffs remain in place, adding complexity to trade flows. These dynamics could influence market stability and pricing,...
Highlighting key shifts in the global cotton market, we can see declining stock levels despite increased production and consumption. As global trade patterns evolve and demand in emerging economies strengthens, cotton prices could see notable fluctuations in the months ahead.
Supply and Demand Dynamics
Global cotton production for the 2024/25 season is...
Increased Rice Stocks in the U.S.
The latest reports indicates a rise in U.S. rice stocks due to lower-than-expected exports and steady domestic production. Ending stocks for the 2024/25 season have been revised upward to 40.2 million hundredweight (cwt), reflecting a 2.5 million cwt increase from previous estimates. The primary driver behind this stockpile...
Production Forecasts and Supply Adjustments
The USDA's latest projections indicate a downward revision in global soybean production, primarily due to adverse weather conditions in South America. Brazil, the world’s largest soybean producer, has faced inconsistent rainfall patterns, leading to a production estimate of 153 million metric tons (MMT), a 1.5 MMT...
As global agricultural markets navigate shifting production patterns, the corn sector remains a focal point due to its critical role in food security and biofuel production. Let’s take a look at key developments in corn output, particularly in the U.S., Argentina, and Brazil, and their potential impact on global supply and pricing trends.
U.S. Corn Production: A...
