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Corn futures posted fractional gains on Friday, as March managed to close the week with a 1 ½ cent gain. The CmdtyView national average Cash Corn price was up 3/4 cent at $3.98 1/4. The markets will be closed on Monday for President’s Day. Large man...

Soybeans rounded out the week with contracts down 2 to 4 ½ cents at the close, as March was 17 ¾ cents higher this week. The cmdtyView national average Cash Bean price was down 4 1/4 cents at $10.67 1/4. Soymeal futures were 70 cents to $1.30 higher...

Live cattle futures saw mixed trade, as Feb was held up by Cash and 57 cents higher on Friday. Other contracts were slightly lower, as February was up $5.32 this week. Cash trade was slow to get kicked off this week, as things settled in at 244-245 i...

The wheat complex closed Friday with losses across all three markets. Chicago SRW futures were 9 to 10 cents lower, as March was still 19 cents higher this week. KC HRW futures were 10 to 12 1/2 cents in the red on Friday, though March was 11 ¼ cents...

Cotton futures posted Friday losses of 15 to 20 points at the close, as March held up for a 105 point gain on the week. Crude oil futures were down 3 cents per barrel on the day at $62.81. The US dollar index was down $0.067 to $96.770. The markets.....

Lean hog futures closed Friday with most contracts down 50 to 75 cents, as expiring February was up 20 cents. April fell $6.67 this week. USDA’s national base hog price was reported at $85.22 on Friday afternoon, down $1.73 from the day prior. The CM...

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Friday closed up +0.05%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up +0.10%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +0.18%. March E-mini S&P futures (ESH26 ) rose +0.03%, and Mar...

DIS stock underperformed badly under Bob Iger's second stint as CEO. Will things change when the baton is passed next month?

Direxion just launched four new 2x leveraged ETFs. I’m sick of investors chasing leverage – and here’s why.

Jefferies sees upside in Beta Technologies as certification milestones and a $3.5 billion backlog support its long-term electric aviation ramp.

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Friday fell by -0.01%. The dollar posted modest losses on Friday after US January consumer prices rose less than expected, boosting speculation that the Fed could resume cutting interest rates. Also, a recovery in stock...

March WTI crude oil (CLH26 ) on Friday closed up +0.05 (+0.08%), and March RBOB gasoline (RBH26 ) closed down -0.0049 (-0.26%). Crude oil and gasoline prices settled mixed on Friday, with crude rebounding from a 1.5-week low. Crude prices recovered...

March Nymex natural gas (NGH26 ) on Friday closed up by +0.026 (+0.81%). March nat-gas prices recovered from early losses on Friday and settled higher as short covering emerged when updated weather forecasts called for colder US weather to return at...

As Samsung advances in next-gen AI memory, Micron’s leadership faces a crucial test.

As Steel Dynamics has outperformed the broader market over the past year, and analysts remain highly optimistic about the stock’s prospects.

All eyes are on Feb. 18, as Carvana gears up to report Q4 and full-year results that could determine whether its stock is up for a fresh rally or renewed volatility.

March NY world sugar #11 (SBH26 ) on Friday closed up +0.03 (+0.22%), and March London ICE white sugar #5 (SWH26 ) closed up +21.00 (+5.58%). Sugar prices moved higher on Friday as the recent selloff pushed prices into oversold territory, prompting s...

March ICE NY cocoa (CCH26 ) on Friday closed down -51 (-1.40%), and March ICE London cocoa #7 (CAH26 ) closed down -45 (-1.72%). Cocoa prices extended their six-week-long plunge on Friday, with NY cocoa posting a 2.25-year nearest-futures low and Lon...

March arabica coffee (KCH26 ) on Friday closed up +0.40 (+0.13%), and March ICE robusta coffee (RMH26 ) closed up +24 (+0.63%). Coffee prices moved higher for a second day on Friday, with robusta posting a 1-week high. This week's slump in coffee pr...

DHT Holdings (DHT) is trading at a new 15-year high. Shares are up 41% over the past 52 weeks. DHT trade is expected to grow revenue and earnings growth and pays a dividend yielding a generous 4.7% yield. Analyst sentiment is robust with multiple “St...

May soft red winter wheat futures present a buying opportunity on more price strength.

If more investors held more of their money in commodity ETFs, the recent movement in them would be dominating headlines and taking over dinner table conversations. Here's what to know.

As T. Rowe Price Group has lagged behind the broader market over the past year, Wall Street analysts maintain a bearish outlook about the stock’s prospects.

Intuit’s options volume on Thursday was the highest in 24 months. As a result, its unusual options activity was also on fire with two in the top five. The action points to a potential bottom. Aggressive investors take note.

Live cattle futures are trading with 47 cent gains in nearby February, with other contracts slightly lower. Cash trade remains quiet so far this week. There are a few bids of 238 in the North this morning. The Friday morning Fed Cattle Exchange onlin...

Corn futures are showing steady to fractionally higher trade on Friday. The CmdtyView national average Cash Corn price is up 1/2 cent at $3.98. The markets will be closed on Monday for President’s Day. Export Sales data from Thursday now has corn co...

Soybeans are trading with 4 to 5 ½ cent losses at midday. The cmdtyView national average Cash Bean price is down 5 1/4 cents at $10.66 1/4. Soymeal futures are 10 to 60 cents higher on the day, with Soy Oil futures 40 to 47 points lower. The markets...

Cotton futures are trading with 25 to 32 points at Friday’s midday. Crude oil futures are up $0.27 per barrel on the day at $63.11. The US dollar index was up $0.082 to $96.755. The markets will be closed on Monday for President’s Day. USDA’s Export...

Lean hog futures are up 20 cents in the expiring February, with other contracts 40 to 65 cents. Feb expires today. USDA’s national base hog price was not reported on Friday morning due to light volume. The CME Lean Hog Index was 37 cents higher on Fe...

The wheat complex posted gains across all three exchanges on Thursday. Chicago SRW futures are 5 to 9 cents lower. KC HRW futures are 10 to 12 cents in the red in the front months. MPLS spring wheat is down 6 to 7 cents at midday. The markets will b...

Cisco Systems reported positive free cash flow (FCF) in the latest quarter, albeit lower than last year. Nevertheless, its FCF margin is still strong, and management provided higher guidance. Analysts' target prices for CSCO stock are higher.

Warren Buffett's 1995 warning is resurfacing and is making investors wonder if it just quietly exposed the growing AI bubble?

Chubb Limited stock has outpaced the broader market over the past year, while analysts remain moderately bullish about its prospects.

While Dover has outperformed relative to the SPX over the past year, Wall Street analysts maintain a cautiously optimistic outlook on the stock’s prospects.

March NY world sugar #11 (SBH26 ) today is up +0.01 (+0.07%), and March London ICE white sugar #5 (SWH26 ) is up +8.90 (+2.37%). Sugar prices are moving higher today on some technical short-covering after the recent selloff pushed them into oversold...

With handset revenues under pressure and earnings momentum weakening, Qualcomm's stock could still remain under pressure.

As Meta stock slides on AI spending fears, billionaire Bill Ackman’s bet signals that he sees a rare long-term buying opportunity at a discounted valuation.

DISA authorized Palantir's technology for on-premises and edge deployments. The approval lets government customers deploy Palantir's AI anywhere, from data centers to vehicles.

March ICE NY cocoa (CCH26 ) today is down -42 (-1.16%), and March ICE London cocoa #7 (CAH26 ) is down -30 (-1.15%). Cocoa prices remain under pressure, extending their six-week-long plunge today, with NY cocoa falling to a 2.25-year nearest-futures...

March arabica coffee (KCH26 ) today is up +3.25 (+1.08%), and March ICE robusta coffee (RMH26 ) is up +67 (+1.75%). Coffee prices are moving higher for a second day today, with robusta posting a 1-week high. This week's slump in coffee prices to 6-m...

Rick Orford explains how this defined-risk income strategy can help investors acquire quality stocks at a discount.

March WTI crude oil (CLH26 ) today is down -0.18 (-0.29%), and March RBOB gasoline (RBH26 ) is down -0.0125 (-0.64%). Crude oil and gasoline prices are under pressure today, falling to 1.5-week lows. The easing of US-Iran tensions has lowered geopol...

Warren Buffett says investors shouldn't chase trendy stocks because they're more likely to lose money. Instead, investors should aim for good results from great businesses.

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.18%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.20%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.23%. March E-mini S&P futures (ESH26 ) are up +0.16%, and March E-mini Nasd...

As the "sell America" trade has gained popularity, the launch of USMD is doubling down on "America First" tech trades. Here's what to know.

Between a new CFO, a $100 million‑run‑rate prediction exchange acquisition that already processes roughly a third of U.S. retail contracts, and upgrades like Wolfe Research’s $125 target, HOOD offers hefty upside if earnings keep compounding.

Bill Ackman’s roughly $2 billion Meta stake, equal to about 10% of Pershing Square’s capital, reflects a high‑conviction bet that the market is underestimating Meta’s AI‑driven cash machine, with Q4 revenue up 24% to nearly $60 billion.

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up +0.04%. The weakness in stocks today has boosted some liquidity demand for the dollar. However, gains in the dollar are limited after US January consumer prices rose less than expected, boosting speculation tha...

Paycom Software has underperformed the broader market over the past year, yet analysts remain moderately optimistic about the stock’s prospects.

TE Connectivity has outperformed the broader market over the past year, and analysts remain highly optimistic about the stock’s prospects.

Oracle has won a fresh Air Force contract worth $88 million.

QuantumScape reported that it cut operating expenses, and its losses per share narrowed more than expected as a result.

Fastly shares skyrocketed on a strong Q4 release and impressive future guidance. Here’s what else drove FSLY stock higher on Thursday, Feb. 12.

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is down -0.22%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.38%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -0.23%. March E-mini S&P futures (ESH26 ) are down -0.20%, and March E-m...

Bitcoin, the highly volatile leader of the cryptocurrency asset class, experienced another in a long series of corrections, taking the price over 52% lower from the record high in October 2025 to the low in February 2026.

SoundHound AI’s massive short interest and lofty sales multiple set up a high-stakes showdown as earnings approach.

Hasbro has outperformed the broader market over the past year, and analysts are highly optimistic about the stock’s prospects.

Generac Holdings has outperformed the broader market over the past year, and analysts are moderately optimistic about the stock’s prospects.

Wynn Resorts has outperformed the broader market over the past year, and analysts are highly optimistic about the stock’s prospects.

Leidos Holdings has outperformed the broader market over the past year, and analysts are moderately optimistic about the stock’s prospects.

Federal Realty has underperformed the broader market over the past year, but analysts are moderately optimistic about the stock’s prospects.

While Church & Dwight has underperformed the broader market over the past year, Wall Street analysts maintain a moderately optimistic outlook on the stock’s prospects.

Are Wall Street analysts bullish or bearish on Xylem’s stock after it dropped post the Q4 results?

David Einhorn is placing his trust in gold, which might make the case for gold-mining firm McEwen.

Cisco is a networking giant that just launched an AI chip, which should power data centers and drive long-term sales.

For market bubbles to exist, the market in question has to lose touch with its intrinsic value. Is this the case for either gold or silver midway through February?

Corn price action is down 1 to 2 cents so far on Friday morning. Futures posted Thursday gains of 3 to 5 ½ cents across most contracts on the day, getting spillover support from wheat and soybeans. Preliminary open interest was up 15,625 contracts on...

Cotton price action is down 25 to 30 points across the front months Futures posted Thursday gains of 25 to 30 points in the front months at the close. Crude oil futures were down $1.72 per barrel on the day at $62.91. The US dollar index was up $0.09...

Live cattle futures rounded out the Thursday session with contracts up 15 cents in nearby February and down 30 to 50 cents in other contracts. Cash trade remains quiet so far this week. The Thursday Fed Cattle Exchange online auction showed no sales...

Lean hog futures ended Thursday with contracts down $1.75 to $2.02, as soon to expire February was down 15 cents. Feb expires on Thursday. Longs continue to exit, with open interest dropping 6,666 contracts. USDA’s national base hog price was reporte...

Wheat is showing losses on Friday AM trade. The wheat complex posted gains across all three exchanges on Thursday. Chicago SRW futures were 13 to 15 1/4 higher at the close. Open interest was down 5,730 contracts on Thursday, showing some light shor...

Although Travelers has surpassed the broader market over the past year, Wall Street analysts maintain a cautiously optimistic outlook about the stock’s prospects.

Republic Services has underperformed the broader market over the past year, yet analysts remain moderately optimistic about the stock’s prospects.

Following a significant plunge in software valuations, Morgan Stanley sees a rare buy-the-dip opportunity in resilient leaders like Atlassian, Shopify, and Palo Alto Networks.