Corn Futures Tick Up Amid Holiday Trading

Corn futures on the Chicago Board of Trade experienced a modest uptick this morning, with most near-term contracts gaining around 1.25 cents per bushel. The front month March contract closed at $448.25, while July contract hit $461.25. Traders reacted with steady volume, estimated at 54,850 contracts, and open interest dipped slightly. The small gains suggest underlying support for corn prices, with weather watches in key growing areas potentially influencing future moves. Its a quiet but positive session for corn, with volume trends to watch as the market settles into the short week ahead.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.