Corn and Soybeans: What If the Low Comes Before Harvest? What if one of the oldest seasonal tendencies in corn and soybeans is starting to change? The combine in the field may not tell the whole story. Barchart · Sep 28
DJIA Index: Macro Meets Technicals at a Turning Point The DJIA Index in 2026 isn’t a simple trend—it’s a complex puzzle. Interest rates, Fed policy, global growth, and geopolitics are all pulling in different directions at once. If you’re not looking at the full picture, you’re missing the trade. Barchart · Apr 6
WTI Crude Oil May Futures — Geopolitical Turmoil Meets Seasonal Demand Front-month WTI rallied back into the mid-$70s — the highest since mid-2025. Meanwhile, the May26/June26 calendar spread flipped from parity to a $2.22 premium to May. That’s structural tightening, not just headline volatility. Barchart · Mar 9
Lower Interest Rates in the 3rd Quarter? Opportunities for Traders and Consumers Think interest rates don't matter to your portfolio? Think again! Fed cuts and seasonal trends could unlock profits in Treasuries. Challenge yourself to explore TLT ETF and futures. Barchart · Jun 30, 2025
More Buying for Stock Indexes? Where Perfection Meets Reality July's trifecta of seasonal buys for Nasdaq & Dow is backed by 15 years of data! S&P 500 likely to follow. With earnings & new money in play, will you seize this chance? Don't miss this window—learn the seasonal plays & strategies. Barchart · Jun 23, 2025
Corn Prices Stumble: Is the Rally Over or Just Getting Started? Corn prices are correcting the uptrend from the $3.85 level after reaching $4.34 for the December futures contract. The recent United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) crop production and World Agricultural Supply Demand Estimate (WASDE) report weigh heavily on the market. Producers have been waiting for a price rally to… Barchart · Oct 14, 2024
Crude Oil: Is Oil Preparing for Higher Prices? Late December's tax-driven selling pressures drove oil prices down. As if on cue, seasonal buying pressure emerged, injecting a fresh wave of optimism into the crude oil market. This demand is not without purpose; it marks the onset of preparations for the impending summer driving season. Refiners embark on a… Barchart · Mar 25, 2024
Unraveling the Seasonal Pattern Affecting the Australian Dollar During Their Fiscal First Quarter As one of the major global currencies, the Australian dollar's performance can significantly impact international trade and financial markets. In this article, we will delve into the seasonal patterns of the Australian dollar, specifically focusing on its fiscal first-quarter performance. Barchart · Aug 31, 2023
Corn Trend: If You Build It, They Will Come Corn prices have put in a base and are trending higher. Grain elevators have struggled to meet demand as old crop supplies have dwindled in their bins due to the inverted market structure (backwardation). What will it take for producers to release more of their old crop? Barchart · Apr 18, 2023