Market Movement Overview
Chicago wheat witnessed a rollercoaster journey on Thursday, ending with a mixed bag of results. May trading saw fluctuations from being 6 ¼ cents in the red to achieving 6 ¼ cents as the daily high. On the other hand, KC Wheat futures closed on a mostly positive note. While May trading swung between 8 cents higher and 5 ¾ cents weaker, it eventually concluded 3 cents in the red. Interestingly, the new crop futures showed resilience by closing 1 to 1 ¼ cents higher at the bell. Spring wheat futures painted a more positive picture for the day, with gains reaching as high as 7 cents.
Export Statistics
Recent Census data unveiled wheat exports standing at 67.9 million bushels for February. While this showcased a substantial 27% increase for the month, it fell short by 1 million bushels compared to February last year. The total export tally for the season stood at 491 million bushels through February, lagging by 16% behind the pace set in the previous year.
Global Market Dynamics
Global market movements showcased Japan’s plan to procure 113.5k MT of wheat in a routine MOA tender from the U.S., Canada, and Australia. Furthermore, Jordan is in the process of tendering for 120,000 MT of milling wheat, with offers expected by April 16. The recent delay in some Russian shipments due to disputes over phytosanitary certificates added a slight firmness to the export market, creating ripples in the industry.
Closing Prices
As the market closed, the figures stood as follows:
May 24 CBOT Wheat closed at $5.56 1/4, up 1/4 cent,
Jul 24 CBOT Wheat closed at $5.71 1/2, down 3/4 cent,
May 24 KCBT Wheat closed at $5.77 1/2, down 3 cents,
Jul 24 KCBT Wheat closed at $5.73, up 1 cent,
May 24 MGEX Wheat closed at $6.46 1/4, up 6 3/4 cents.
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