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Corn May '16 (ZCK16)

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Corn Futures Market News and Commentary

Corn Rallies into the Weekend

Corn futures posted gains of 3 ¾ to 8 ¼ cents across the board on Friday, as May managed a 12 cent gain on the week and December up 15. Crude oil futures continued the rally and spillover support into Friday, up $10.22 as President Trump indicated the strikes would continue until an ‘unconditional surrender by Iran. Iran, in the meantime, has continued threats of US ships crossing the Strait of Hormuz. The CmdtyView national average Cash Corn price was up 6 1/2 cents to $4.18 1/4. 

Export Sales data shows total corn export commitments at 64.982 MMT, which is now 78% of the USDA export projection, matching the average sales pace. Actual exports are 40.024 MMT according to FAS data, 48% of USDA’s number and ahead of the 40% average shipping pace.

Commitment of Traders data from this afternoon showed spec funds flipping to a net long position in corn futures and options to 52,974 contracts. That was a net move of 66, 841 contracts on the week to the long side and is the lar... Read more

Contract Specifications

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Contract
Corn
Contract Size
5,000 bushels
Tick Size
1/4 cent per bushel ($12.50 per contract)
Trading Hours
7:00p.m. - 7:45a.m. and 8:30a.m. - 1:20p.m. (Settles 1:15p.m.) (Sun-Fri) CST
Exchange
CBOT
Point Value
$50
Margin/Maintenance
$1,072/975
First Notice Date
04/29/16
Expiration Date
05/13/16 (expired)

Seasonal Chart

Corn May '16
Average Price Chart for 5 Prior May Contracts

Commitment of Traders Positions as of Mar 3, 2026

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Commercials - Long / Short
738,095 (-44,029)
797,877 (+28,208)
Non-Commercials - Long / Short
336,624 (+16,955)
246,565 (-64,276)
Producers - Long / Short
394,825 (-41,393)
759,879 (+36,976)
Swap Dealers - Long / Short
328,411 (+9,850)
23,139 (+3,718)
Managed Money - Long / Short
239,232 (+19,244)
186,989 (-46,233)
Other Reportables - Long / Short
97,392 (-2,289)
59,576 (-18,043)
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Price Performance

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Period Period Low Period High Performance
1-Month
367-0 +4.09%
on 05/10/16
402-0 -4.98%
on 04/21/16
+8-4 (+2.28%)
since 04/13/16
3-Month
347-2 +10.01%
on 04/01/16
402-0 -4.98%
on 04/21/16
+18-4 (+5.09%)
since 02/12/16
52-Week
347-2 +10.01%
on 04/01/16
468-4 -18.46%
on 07/14/15
-15-2 (-3.84%)
since 05/13/15

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Corn Rallies into the Weekend

Corn futures posted gains of 3 ¾ to 8 ¼ cents across the board on Friday, as May managed a 12 cent gain on the week and December up 15. Crude oil futures continued the rally and spillover support into...

ZCZ25 : 431-4s (-0.86%)
ZCK26 : 460-4s (+1.54%)
ZCH26 : 447-0s (+1.25%)
ZCPAUS.CM : 4.1815 (+1.54%)
Wheat Rallies into the Friday Close

The wheat complex is continued the rally into Friday, with contracts up sharply across the three markets. Chicago SRW futures were up 24 ½ to 33 cents at the close, as May was 25 ¼ cents higher this...

KEK26 : 623-4s (+5.23%)
KEH26 : 611-4s (+4.49%)
MWH26 : 6.3150s (+3.87%)
ZWH26 : 611-2s (+4.89%)
ZWK26 : 616-6s (+5.65%)
Grain Spreads: Wheat Strangle Suggested

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Shootin' the Bull about volatility and price expanse

In my opinion, what a week of price volatility and expanse.  While not one for the record books, it is noticeable.

Wheat Rally Continues on Friday

The wheat complex is continued the rally into Friday, with contracts up sharply across the three markets. Chicago SRW futures are up 25 to 28 cents at the close. KC HRW futures are 20 to 27 cents in the...

KEK26 : 623-4s (+5.23%)
KEH26 : 611-4s (+4.49%)
MWH26 : 6.3150s (+3.87%)
ZWH26 : 611-2s (+4.89%)
ZWK26 : 616-6s (+5.65%)
Corn Rally Pushes Higher on Friday

Corn futures are showing 4 to 7 cent gains so far on Friday. There were 5 deliveries against March corn futures overnight. Crude oil futures are up $10.10 at midday to continue the spillover support. The...

ZCZ25 : 431-4s (-0.86%)
ZCK26 : 460-4s (+1.54%)
ZCH26 : 447-0s (+1.25%)
ZCPAUS.CM : 4.1815 (+1.54%)

Key Turning Points

3rd Resistance Point N/A
2nd Resistance Point 387-7
1st Resistance Point 384-7
Last Price 382-0s
1st Support Level 379-5
2nd Support Level 377-3
3rd Support Level N/A

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52-Week High 468-4
Fibonacci 61.8% 422-1
Fibonacci 50% 407-7
Fibonacci 38.2% 393-5
Last Price 382-0s
52-Week Low 347-2

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