Commodity markets
Grain market. South America // Week 37
Brazilian corn prices are supported by strong importers’ demand. At the same time, domestic consumers are showing limited activity and expect lower prices. According to AgRural, farmers harvested 93% of the safrinha corn crop by September 7, while harvesting was already complete by the same time last year.
Grain market. USA // Week 37
Grain market. Kazakhstan // Week 37
Wheat export prices have risen sharply in Kazakhstan. Heavy rains not only hindered harvesting, but also reduced the quality of grain, which had a corresponding impact on quotes.
Grain market. Russia // Week 37
Grain market. EU countries // Week 37
Grain market. Ukraine // Week 37
Sunflower oil market. Ukraine // Week 37
Steel scrap market // Week 37
Nitrogen fertilizer market // Week 36
In Egypt, the granular urea market was showing increased consumer activity earlier this week. Producers were selling the fertilizer at $375-455/t FOB for shipments in September. In the mid-week, however, buyers have been showing less interest due to the rapid price increase to $460-470/t FOB.