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Soybean Futures Rally on Speculative Buying and Weak Dollar

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Soybean futures have surged to new highs, fueled by speculative buying, seasonal considerations, and a weak US dollar. Analysts attribute the rally to the interest in alternative fuels such as biodiesel, which is produced from soybeans. As corn planters begin rolling, farmers are expected to plant extra corn and fewer bean acres, further supporting the soybean market. Key players in the market, including ABN Amro and J.P. Morgan, have been actively buying and selling soybean futures.

Key Takeaways:

  • Soybean futures are up due to speculative buying, seasonal considerations, and a weak US dollar.
  • The interest in alternative fuels such as biodiesel is driving the market, with soybeans often rallying at this time of year.
  • Farmers are expected to plant extra corn and fewer bean acres, further supporting the soybean market.
  • Key players in the market, including ABN Amro and J.P. Morgan, have been actively buying and selling soybean futures.
  • Basis July contracts, soybeans are up 10 1/2 cents at $5.93 3/4 a bushel.
  • Soymeal is up $3.40 at $175.40 a short ton.
  • Soyoil is up 17 points at 25.23 cents a pound.

Statistics:

  • Soybean futures up 10 1/2 cents at $5.93 3/4 a bushel.
  • Soymeal up $3.40 at $175.40 a short ton.
  • Soyoil up 17 points at 25.23 cents a pound.
  • ABN Amro and Calyon Financial each bought 1,000 July beans.
  • Man Financial bought 1,000 July beans.
  • J.P. Morgan and Refco each bought 500 July beans.
  • ADM, Rand Financial, and UBS each sold 500 July beans.

Sources:

  • Dow Jones Commodities News via Comtex, Apr 24, 2006
  • Comtex SmarTrend, Apr 20, 2006
  • Dow Jones Newswires, Apr 24, 2006

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