Trade Disputes
As of December 2025, the global agricultural sector finds itself in a maelstrom of intensified trade disputes and escalating tariffs, profoundly reshaping international commodity flows and farmer livelihoods. A renewed surge in protectionist policies, notably between the United States and China, but also involving the European Union, Canada, and Mexico,
Agriculture
December 11, 2025 – The global agricultural sector finds itself at a critical juncture, as farmers grapple with a complex web of challenges stemming from persistent commodity price volatility. While some forecasts hint at a moderation in overall prices for late 2025 and 2026, the underlying sentiment among producers is one
John Deere
In a significant move reflecting the tightening grip of global economic pressures, agricultural and construction equipment giant Deere & Company (NYSE: DE), commonly known as John Deere, announced a wage freeze for its salaried employees, including executives, for the upcoming fiscal year 2026. The decision, revealed on December 11, 2025,
Agriculture
As the agricultural sector navigates a turbulent economic landscape marked by plummeting commodity prices and stubbornly high production costs, governments worldwide are stepping in with significant economic assistance. In a critical move to stabilize the farming community, the United States, in particular, has rolled out substantial aid packages aimed at
Energy Deals
The global energy market is currently experiencing a dynamic period marked by a significant surge in merger and acquisition (M&A) activities, profoundly influencing commodity prices and the performance of energy stocks. As of December 9, 2025, a flurry of strategic deals, particularly in renewable energy and key oil
dairy market
Global dairy markets are on the cusp of a significant recalibration as 2026 approaches, with an anticipated surge in milk production expected to create a substantial oversupply and intensify price pressures. Following a challenging 2025, marked by persistent high input costs and dwindling farmer profitability, the industry faces a structural
USDA
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced a significant $12 billion Farmer Bridge Assistance (FBA) Program, designed to provide crucial financial relief to American farmers grappling with the dual challenges of persistently low commodity prices and the disruptive impact of international trade tariffs. This substantial intervention, with payments
Recycling
The recycling industry in the Northeastern United States faces a persistent challenge: the inherent volatility of commodity markets. While the third quarter of 2025 is still ahead, a hypothetical scenario projecting a significant 22% decline in blended commodity prices for Material Recovery Facilities (MRFs) in the region during that period
Maybank
Maybank Research has issued a compelling forecast, predicting that the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is far from concluding its cycle of interest rate reductions. This projection, which anticipates a continued easing of monetary policy into late 2025 and 2026, stems from a confluence of factors including a subdued domestic
Trump Administration
Washington D.C. – December 8, 2025 – In a significant move that reverberated through the agricultural sector, the Trump administration, back on July 24, 2018, announced a substantial $12 billion aid package designed to cushion American farmers from the escalating trade disputes and retaliatory tariffs imposed by key international partners. This
Global Food Prices
Global food commodity prices have registered a significant decline for the third consecutive month, signaling a potential easing of inflationary pressures and offering a degree of relief to consumers worldwide. The downturn, largely driven by improved supply conditions across several key agricultural sectors, saw most major categories experience a drop,
Used Equipment Market
December 3, 2025 – The used equipment market is demonstrating remarkable resilience, holding strong even as commodity prices continue their downward trend. This surprising buoyancy is being observed across various sectors, with an Illinois-based auction agent highlighting sustained demand, particularly in the agricultural and construction machinery segments. This counter-intuitive market behavior