President Trump’s scheduled speech in Iowa today is getting some market attention, especially in the farm belt, but traders are largely watching broader fundamentals and policy headlines rather than reacting sharply to the event itself. His visit comes amid ongoing stress in the farm economy — weak crop prices, high input costs, and delays in biofuel policy have weighed on sentiment in key corn and soybean producing regions like Iowa.
Outside markets are also moving price drivers. A weaker U.S. dollar and relative strength in global currencies — including recent strength in Brazil’s currency — are influencing export competitiveness and commodity flows. Crude oil has also been trading higher, adding support to energy‑linked ag markets like ethanol demand.
Traders are now shifting focus toward next week’s bi‑annual Cattle on Feed report on Friday, looking for insights on supply levels and market direction. With that key data point approaching, livestock markets — especially cattle — are watching supply and demand dynamics closely as outside macro forces continue to shape sentiment.
Tuesday Market Wrap Up with Mike Zuzolo with Global Commodity Analytics…
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