Rail Strike Imminent? + More Corn Belt Rain

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🔔 Breaking News 🔔 - A potential rail strike in Canada threatens to shake up supply chains across North America. Over 9,000 workers from Canadian Pacific Kansas City and Canadian National Railway are on the brink of a strike, demanding increased rest periods. Despite the rail companies making offers, negotiations have stalled with the union rejecting these proposals. These two rail giants represent nearly 90% of the industry's profits and over 75% of the railroad transport volume. The strike deadline is looming on May 22. Stay tuned as we follow this developing story.
🌧️ Weather Update 🌧️ - Heavy rain has returned to the central US, affecting states like Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, and North Dakota. A strong system also covers the Gulf Coast, signaling an active weather pattern that could continue for more than 10 days. Detailed weather maps below show predictions for more rain across the Corn Belt next week.
🌾 Ethanol Production Rises 🌾 - US ethanol production has seen a boost, with weekly output rising to 1 million barrels, a 3.5% increase from last week. However, despite a drop in ethanol stocks, the overall trend shows a significant year-over-year increase. Implied gasoline demand is fluctuating, with recent figures suggesting a decline compared to last year. Check out the latest charts below for a detailed analysis.
⛽ Oil Market Fluctuations ⛽ - Oil prices have plummeted to a seven-week low, with WTI crude dropping by 3.6% amid unexpected increases in US crude stocks and geopolitical developments. Diesel and gasoline futures have also dipped to their lowest since July 2023. We break down the factors driving these price changes and what it might mean for the market.
💹 Federal Reserve's Economic Outlook 💹 - The Federal Reserve has decided to maintain interest rates, with Fed Chair Jerome Powell indicating that rate cuts could be on the horizon depending on job market trends. Despite inflation pressures, the Fed is adjusting its strategy in hopes of achieving a 2% inflation rate. Dive into the discussion with our detailed analysis of the Fed's latest moves and economic projections.
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