After the Bell

After the Bell | August 2, 2023
Grain and soy markets faced heavy selling tied to improved peace talks between Russia and Ukraine. Hogs futures also faded on that news, while cattle firmed amid the sharp pressure on corn.
Grain and soy markets faced heavy pressure from broad risk aversion. Cattle futures were also pressured by that selling, while hogs shook it off to close mostly firmer.
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Winter wheat futures up sharply as Russia-Ukraine war disrupts global trade; corn and soybeans also higher.
Winter wheat futures fall sharply for second straight week with moisture relief heading for Plains; corn, soybeans also lower.
Wheat futures rebound from early declines, end up sharply amid ongoing Russia-Ukraine concern; corn and soybeans also higher.
Wheat futures drop daily trading limit on prospects for Russia-Ukraine ceasefire; corn, soybeans sink to two-week lows.