Wheat
Trend (current): rising
Current developments & data:
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The USDA reports net export sales of ~539,800 tons for the 2025/26 marketing year, up +43% from the previous week and +37% above the 4-week average.
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Weekly exports were ~896,000 tons, +16% from the previous week and +18% above the 4-week average.
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According to the monthly "World Markets and Trade" report, a slight reduction in US wheat supply is forecast for 2025/26 (lower production, but higher exports and smaller ending stocks).
Forecast (2-4 weeks):
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Likely to continue the uptrend or at least remain stable as exports are robust and the forecast points to lower ending stocks.
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If export demand continues or even increases (e.g. from Asia, Southeast Asia or North Africa), short-term price increases could follow.
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Without new demand stimuli, prices could move sideways, especially if supply or competition from other regions increases.
Maize / Corn
Trend (current): stable to slightly rising (less clearly falling)
Current developments & data:
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USDA reports net export sales of approximately 1,923,400 tons for 2025/26 last week, with significant volumes to Mexico, unknown destinations, Colombia, Spain and Japan, among others.
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Exports this week amounted to ~1,315,900 t, with high exports to Mexico, Japan, Colombia, Spain and Ireland.
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In the monthly outlook (WASDE), USDA shows record high production projections for 2025/26: corn production significantly higher (more area + better yields).
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In addition, ending stocks are raised sharply to ~2.1 billion bushels - the highest ending stocks in several years.
Forecast (2-4 weeks):
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Due to the high supply situation, price pressure and/or sideways movement remain likely, even if exports are solid.
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If export demand continues to grow or new buyers come in, stabilization or a slight upward trend could emerge in the short term.
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Overall, however, caution is advised: supply is outstripping demand, which is keeping pressure on prices.
Crude oil (Crude Oil)
Trend (current): slightly rising / positive in the short term
Current developments & data:
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The Barchart platform reports that crude oil futures (e.g. WTI December '25) have recently risen by +0.41 USD (approx. +0.68 %).
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Further market news mentions geopolitical risks (e.g. Venezuela) and positive trading sentiment that have supported the price of crude oil.
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Technical analysis shows that the price is above short-term moving averages (e.g. 14-/20-day average slightly positive, but 50-day declining).
Forecast (2-4 weeks):
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In the short term, probably further upward trend or at least stable movement, driven by geopolitical uncertainties and moderate demand.
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If demand from China or globally picks up again (economic recovery), prices could rise further.
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On the other hand, weaker data (e.g. decline in economic activity) or inventory overhangs could flatten the upward trend and lead to sideways movement or setbacks.