US Dollar
November 17, 2025 – The financial markets are currently witnessing a significant trend: a robust US Dollar exerting considerable downward pressure on the prices of gold and silver. This dynamic is creating a challenging environment for international buyers, as the increased strength of the greenback makes these precious metals more expensive
Commodities
November 17, 2025, closed with a tale of two distinct commodity markets, as canola futures experienced a significant bullish rally, climbing to multi-month highs, while wheat futures contended with a more subdued, largely bearish sentiment. The divergence underscores the unique supply and demand dynamics currently at play for these crucial
geopolitics
In a period marked by escalating global tensions and economic uncertainty, the US Dollar (Greenback) is exhibiting robust strength, driven by a complex interplay of geopolitical factors and the Federal Reserve's hawkish monetary stance. This formidable appreciation of the dollar is sending significant ripples through global commodity markets,
US Dollar
The US Dollar, the undisputed heavyweight of global finance, is once again asserting its dominance, sending ripples across international commodity markets. As of November 17, 2025, a strengthening greenback is exerting significant downward pressure on the prices of essential raw materials worldwide, from crude oil to agricultural staples. This phenomenon,
IRIS Metals
Sydney, Australia & Rapid City, South Dakota – November 17, 2025 – IRIS Metals (ASX: IRM) has unveiled a significant strategic initiative, announcing its intent to pursue a dual-listing on a major U.S. exchange, such as Nasdaq or the NYSE. This pivotal move is designed to dramatically enhance the company'
MCX
The Multi Commodity Exchange of India (MCX) has delivered an impressive financial performance through fiscal year 2025 and into the first half of fiscal year 2026, reporting a significant surge in profits driven by robust trading volumes and strategic product diversification. This strong showing, however, is unfolding against a backdrop
MCX
Mumbai, India – November 17, 2025 – The Multi Commodity Exchange of India (MCX), India's leading commodity derivatives exchange, has announced a stellar financial performance for the second quarter of Fiscal Year 2026 (Q2 FY26), reporting record revenues that underscore a period of robust growth and escalating activity in the
Minneapolis Wheat Futures
Minneapolis Wheat Futures (MGEX), representing Hard Red Spring (HRS) wheat, have experienced a nuanced and at times contradictory trend throughout November 2025. While the market has seen intermittent periods of strength and modest daily gains, particularly for the December 2025 contract, these upward movements have largely been constrained by robust
USDA
Washington D.C. – November 17, 2025 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has delivered a critical lifeline to American farmers and ranchers, rolling out a comprehensive package of disaster assistance for losses incurred during the 2023 and 2024 calendar years. Authorized by the landmark American Relief Act of 2025,
USDA
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has unveiled the comprehensive details of the second stage of its Supplemental Disaster Relief Program (SDRP), injecting a crucial $16 billion into the nation's agricultural sector. Announced on Monday, November 17, 2025, this significant financial package is designed to provide much-needed
CME Group
CME Group (NASDAQ: CME), the world's leading derivatives marketplace, is currently generating significant buzz in financial circles as it approaches a potential "buy point" for investors, fueled by a series of intriguing product launches throughout 2025. These strategic innovations, particularly in the burgeoning cryptocurrency derivatives space
VTI
As of November 17, 2025, investors continue to gravitate towards low-cost, broadly diversified exchange-traded funds (ETFs) for their core portfolio holdings. Among the most popular choices for gaining comprehensive exposure to the U.S. stock market are the Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF (NYSEARCA: VTI) and the Schwab U.S.