Agri- Commodities 03-07/11/25
Nov 10, 2025
Monday Soybeans extended their rally on expectations of accelerating Chinese demand, while rumors of U.S. wheat sales to China lifted Chicago futures. Corn stayed firm after StoneX raised its U.S. yield estimate to 186.0 bu/acre, though many still expect revisions lower in upcoming reports. Harvest progress reached 91% for soybeans and 83% for corn, with winter wheat planting nearly complete at 91%.
Export inspections totaled 965k t of soybeans, 1.67 mmt of corn, and 350k t of wheat—broadly in line with expectations. Despite easing trade tensions, Chinese importers continued booking cheaper Brazilian soybeans, reportedly 20 cargoes for December through mid-2026. Kazakhstan’s agriculture ministry reported a 27.1 mmt total harvest, including 20.3 mmt of wheat, far above USDA’s 16 mmt estimate.
Tuesday Wheat held its positive tone, supported by Chicago strength, while corn and soybeans eased slightly. S&P Global left U.S. yield estimates unchanged at 185.5 bu/acre for corn and 53.0 bu/acre for soybeans.
EU soft-wheat exports reached 8.03 mmt as of Nov 2, narrowing the gap to last year after adjustments to French data. Jordan made no purchases in its wheat tender, while a weaker euro helped MATIF recover modestly. Broader financial markets softened, with Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley warning of a 10–20% equity correction within a year—a reminder that shifting risk appetite continues to influence commodity flow and speculative interest.
Wednesday Chicago wheat led gains on mounting speculation that China booked up to 500k t of U.S. wheat. Beijing confirmed plans to suspend some retaliatory tariffs on U.S. farm imports from Nov 10, removing up to 15% in extra duties while retaining the 10% base levy. U.S. soybeans will still face a 13% tariff, keeping Brazilian supplies more competitive.
Russia proposed a 20 mmt grain export quota for Feb–Jun 2026, double last year’s level, implying no immediate constraint on flows. Jordan purchased 60k t of feed barley from Bunge at $269.25 C&F for January shipment, while Iran’s corn and soymeal tender closed without major results. On the speculative side, non-commercial traders trimmed their net short in MATIF wheat by 56k contracts and expanded rapeseed longs, suggesting early signs of renewed fund engagement.
Thursday Soybeans and Chicago wheat turned sharply lower as confidence in large Chinese purchases faded. Falling soymeal prices and a broader risk-off tone across financial markets added pressure.
Argentina’s wheat harvest advanced to 11.6% complete, with yields above expectations at 2.43 t/ha and total output maintained at 22 mmt. In Europe, Germany’s farm cooperatives forecast 2025 grain output at 45.6 mmt (+9% y/y), including 23.3 mmt of wheat—the highest since 2017. Tunisia issued a 75k-t feed-barley tender for late-November to December shipment, while China’s soybean imports reached a record 9.48 mmt in October (+17% y/y), still largely of Brazilian origin.
Friday Grains ended the week mixed, with wheat and corn drifting lower while soybeans stabilized ahead of the delayed USDA WASDE report. China reinstated export qualifications for three U.S. soybean suppliers effective Nov 10, signaling a further easing of trade restrictions.
FranceAgriMer reported France’s corn harvest 90% complete and soft-wheat planting 79% done. Tunisia secured 75k t of barley at $257–268 C&F, while Algeria issued a new soft-wheat tender for December–February shipment. Speculative fund positions showed only mild changes—corn and wheat shorts steady, soybean net-long up ~7k contracts. The U.S. Senate approved the first step to end the government shutdown that began Oct 1, boosting expectations that regular USDA data releases will soon resume.
Weekly Recaps
Freight
Freight Recap:
18/12/25
Dec 18, 2025
The dry bulk market saw a softer overall tone, with Handysize holding largely flat, Supramax weakening across both basins, and Panamax continuing its decline despite some localized Atlantic support. Activity levels remained muted in many regions, with owners increasingly seeking cover ahead of the holiday period. The Atlantic showed mixed signals across segments, while the Pacific faced longer tonnage lists and weaker demand, keeping pressure on rates.
Commodities
Agri- Commodities:
08-12/12/25 Agri
Dec 15, 2025
CBOT markets finished lower ahead of Tuesday’s WASDE, which was widely expected to lack bullish surprises. MATIF wheat was the exception, posting small gains. Russian 12.5% protein wheat FOB for January delivery edged up by $0.5 w/w to $227.5/t, according to IKAR. Geopolitical headlines remained in focus after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said US-brokered peace talks remain stalled over security guarantees and control of eastern Ukraine, particularly the Donbas.
Freight
Freight Recap:
11/12/25
Dec 11, 2025
The dry bulk market saw a softer overall tone, with Handysize holding largely flat, Supramax weakening across both basins, and Panamax continuing its decline despite some localized Atlantic support. Activity levels remained muted in many regions, with owners increasingly seeking cover ahead of the holiday period. The Atlantic showed mixed signals across segments, while the Pacific faced longer tonnage lists and weaker demand, keeping pressure on rates.
Commodities
Agri- Commodities:
01-05/12/25 Agri
Dec 08, 2025
USDA announced no new flash sales, disappointing soybean markets. Weekly export sales remain delayed and have not yet reached the period covering the US–China trade deal, leaving the true pace of buying uncertain. CBOT corn and wheat eased, while March MATIF wheat posted small gains after finding support at intraday contract lows. ABARES raised Australia’s 2025/26 wheat, barley, and canola output, though the increases were broadly in line with expectations. Algeria’s OAIC issued a soft wheat tender for February shipment, and Russian wheat prices slipped again, with 12.5% FOB for January at $227/t.
