Farm Bill Uncertainty
Washington analyst Jim Wiesemeyer says lawmakers are making progress on the farm bill, but major hurdles remain. “I want to see if the votes are there, not only on the House floor but also in the Senate, where you need…
Articles tagged under: Iran Conflict
Suderman: Trade Talks Face New Risks
Rising tensions in the Middle East are adding uncertainty to the U.S.-China trade relationship, with potential implications for agricultural markets. StoneX Chief Commodities Economist Arlan Suderman says the ongoing conflict in Iran is creating ripple effects across global energy, fertilizer,…
Iran Conflict Reshapes Trade Dynamics
Policy Solutions President Jay Truitt says the ongoing conflict in Iran and control over oil flows are reshaping global trade dynamics. “I think if you just observe the situation, regardless of what your political beliefs are, to think that the…
Powell Signals Pause as Energy Prices Rise
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell says the central bank is likely to hold interest rates steady for now, even as the war in Iran drives energy prices higher. Speaking at Harvard University, Powell said energy-related shocks are typically short-lived but…
U.S. Fertilizer Market Faces Pressure from Global Conditions
The Iran conflict continues to impact trade and energy markets. StoneX Vice President of Fertilizer Josh Linville says the global crop nutrition market is also being influenced. "When you look at manufacturers like India, a lot of their production is…
