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Grain Market Update: Where are Corn and Soybean Prices Headed?

Despite early pressure, the agricultural and commodity markets remain fundamentally constrained, with corn supplies ample yet supported by strong demand, soybeans awaiting confirmed Chinese export business, and the broader commodity complex influenced by political dynamics, including expected Federal Reserve rate cuts and shifting energy and biofuel policies.

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Stocks Climb on Fed Rate Cut Optimism

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Wednesday closed up by +0.30%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up by +0.86%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up by +0.20%. December E-mini S&P futures (ESZ25 ) rose +0.33%, and December...

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UNH Sparks a 408-Point Surge for the Dow: Stock Market Today

The best available data right now confirm both a slowing employment market and a December rate cut, a tension reflected at the equity index level.

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Carvana Stock Soars As Traders Bet On Fed Rate Cut

Carvana Co (NYSE:CVNA) shares are trading higher on Wednesday as stocks across sectors gain on growing conviction that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates at next week's policy meeting. Here’s what investors need to know.

Benzinga

Bitcoin bounces back more than 10% after brutal week

The biggest cryptocurrency gets a big lift from Vanguard’s surprise embrace of crypto ETFs

Fortune

10 Bold Market Calls For 2026 From Bank Of America: AI Boom, Strong GDP, Lower Yields

Bank of America Global Research expects the global economy to enter 2026 with more momentum than investors anticipate, calling for stronger U.S. and China growth, continued AI-driven investment, and a shift in market leadership.

Benzinga

Dollar Declines on Soft US Labor Market News

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Wednesday fell by -0.50% and posted a 5-week low. The dollar was undercut by Wednesday’s weak Nov ADP report, which was dovish for Fed policy and cemented expectations for a Fed rate cut at next week’s FOMC meeting. The dollar failed to find support...

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Kevin Hassett Could Be Trump's Fed Chair Pick: 5 Fun Facts About Economist Including Owning Coinbase Stock, NBA Dreams

Economist Kevin Hassett currently serves as the Director of the National Economic Council, but could soon find himself named the next Federal Reserve Chairman, based on prediction market odds and comments from President Donald Trump.

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Bessent says White House may 'veto' Federal Reserve presidents

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Wednesday he would push a new requirement that the Federal Reserve’s regional bank presidents live in their districts for at least three years before taking office, a move that could give the White House more power over the independent agency

The Independent UK

Stocks Recover on Fed Rate Cut Expectations

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up by +0.18%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up by +0.47%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down by -0.06%. December E-mini S&P futures (ESZ25 ) are up +0.16%, and December...

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Moody's Economist Mark Zandi Blames High Tariffs, Immigration Policy, And Deglobalization For The Nation's 'Serious Affordability Crisis'

Moody's Analytics Chief Economist Mark Zandi recently highlighted the "serious affordability crisis" plaguing the U.S., while citing high tariffs, immigration policy, and deglobalization as the key factors.

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5 Reasons Why Small Cap Stocks Are Set To Soar In 2026: Bank Of America

Small caps are poised to finish 2025 with a fifth consecutive year of trailing large caps, yet Bank of America says conditions are aligning for a long-awaited reversal in 2026.

Benzinga

Dollar Retreats on US Labor Market Weakness

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is down by -0.38% at a 5-week low. The dollar was undercut by today’s weak Nov ADP report, which was dovish for Fed policy. The dollar recovered from its worst level today after the Nov ISM services index unexpectedly rose to a 9-month high....

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Services Sector Shows Robust Growth — But Prices Are Still Way Too Hot

The crucial U.S. services sector maintained its expansion in November, according to two key survey reports, reinforcing the economy's surprising resilience in the fourth quarter.

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Stocks Pressured by Labor Market Weakness and AI-Demand Concerns

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is down by -0.15%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up by +0.05%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down by -0.49%. December E-mini S&P futures (ESZ25 ) are down -0.17%, and December...

Benzinga

Job Market Suddenly Slips In November, Locking In Expectations For Another Fed Cut

U.S. private employers unexpectedly cut jobs in November, signaling fresh weakness in the labor market and reinforcing expectations for another Federal Reserve rate cut next week.

Benzinga

Why The Tech Sector's Ergodic Illusion Aligns With The ProShares Nasdaq-100 High Income ETF's Directive

While the innovation-focused Nasdaq Composite has been the strongest among the major indices this year — having gained more than 21% compared to the SP 500's 16% performance — the road hasn't been a steady one. For example, in the trailing month, the tech-centric benchmark slipped roughly 2%, a consequence…

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Anthropic considers IPO despite warnings that excess liquidity is blowing a bubble in the markets

Senior central bank chiefs see excess liquidity in a range of asset markets.

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What to Watch Wednesday

A busy overnight session sets the stage for a possible wild Wednesday.

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S&P Futures Tick Higher With U.S. Economic Data in Focus

December S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESZ25) are trending up +0.16% this morning as traders bet that a new round of U.S. economic data will reinforce expectations for a Federal Reserve rate cut next week.

Fortune

Trump’s pick for Fed chair isn’t enough to threaten central bank independence, says top economist—especially if Jerome Powell decides to stick around

“The question then becomes, will Powell leave as a governor?”

International Business Times UK

December Rate Cut Could Drop Mortgage Rates Below 5.99% as Lenders Jump the Gun

Homebuyers may see mortgage rates fall before December's Fed decision as lenders preemptively cut offers. Rate relief could arrive earlier than expected.

Benzinga

Trump Says Kevin Hassett Is His 'Potential Future Fed Chair' — What Does It Mean For Markets?

Kevin Hassett has emerged as the leading candidate to replace Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, signaling a potential shift toward sharply easier monetary policy next year.

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Stocks Settle Higher on Strength in Chip Makers and Boeing

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Tuesday closed up by +0.25%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up by +0.39%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up by +0.84%. December E-mini S&P futures (ESZ25 ) rose +0.21%, and December...

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Stocks Bounce Back With Tech-Led Gains: Stock Market Today

Earnings and guidance from tech stocks and an old-school industrial lifted all three main U.S. equity indexes back into positive territory.

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