Cell-cultivated protein company Meatable has wound up operations after failing to raise new funding. London-listed Agronomics, a long-term investor in the Dutch business founded in 2018, said the Meatable board and its shareholders “have resolved to dissolve the legal entity and its related group companies and to terminate all operating activities”. In a stock exchange notice on Friday (19 December), Agronomics added the Dutch firm has faced a number of challenges in 2025, described as “foreseeable and ...

Soybeans are trading with gains of 5 to 6 ½ cents across most front months on Monday morning. Futures extended the weakness on Friday, as most front months were down 2 to 3 cents. January closed out the week down 27 ½ cents from the previous Friday. Open interest was down 7,435 contracts on Friday. The cmdtyView national average Cash Bean price was 2 3/4 cents lower at $9.78 1/2. Soymeal futures were down 80 cents to $1.50, with January $4.90 lower last week. Soy Oil futures were down 2 to 21 points, as Ja ...

Wheat bulls are preparing for a short week early, with Monday AM gains across most contracts. The wheat complex was mixed on Friday, with the KC wheat market being the weakest. Chicago SRW futures were up 1 to 2 cents to round out Friday, as March was 19 ½ cents lower last week. Friday’s open interest showed some slight new buying, up 11,648 contracts. KC HRW futures saw 1 to 2 cent losses, as March was just 2 ¾ cents in the red last week. MPLS spring wheat was 5 to 6 cents higher on Friday, with March clo ...

Corn prices are up 3 to 4 cents so far on Monday morning. Futures posted fractional losses across most contracts to close out the Friday session. Open interest was down 3,096 contracts. March closed the week with a 3 cent gain. The CmdtyView national average Cash Corn price was down ¾ cent to $3.99. We will get another USDA Export Sales report update this morning, with traders looking for 1.2-2.4 MMT of corn sold in the week ending on 12/4. More News from Barchart CFTC data as of the week ending on 12/ ...

Core Viewpoint - Warner has advised shareholders to reject Paramount's offer of $30 per share for the acquisition of the company [1] Group 1 - Warner's recommendation indicates a strategic stance against the acquisition bid from Paramount [1]

Kenny Polcari, the chief market strategist at SlateStone Wealth, discussed the possibility of a “meltup” in the stock market in the new year, similar to the one experienced in 2025. However, he expressed uncertainty about the continuation of double-digit gains in the new year.Post-Midterm Focus Shifts to GrowthIn an interview with Maria Bartiromo of Fox News on Monday, Polcari acknowledged the strong performance of the market in the past three years but predicted a more 10 to 12% “pull back” in the market i ...

Core Viewpoint - Jim Wyckoff has extensive experience in the stock, financial, and commodity markets, contributing to his expertise in market analysis and reporting [1][2]. Group 1 - Jim Wyckoff has over 25 years of involvement in various financial markets, including stock and commodity markets [1]. - He has worked as a financial journalist and has covered all futures markets traded in the U.S. [1]. - His background includes roles as a technical analyst and senior market analyst, showcasing his analytical skills [2]. Group 2 - Jim Wyckoff operates an analytical and trading advisory service called "Jim Wyckoff on the Markets" [2]. - He has been associated with reputable organizations such as Dow Jones Newswires and TraderPlanet.com [2]. - He holds a degree in journalism and economics from Iowa State University, which supports his analytical capabilities [2].

Core Viewpoint - Direxion Daily AMZN Bull 2X Shares (AMZU) provides 200% daily exposure to Amazon (AMZN), indicating its design is tailored for short-term traders rather than long-term income investors [1] Group 1 - The product is structured to amplify daily returns, making it suitable for traders looking to capitalize on short-term price movements in Amazon's stock [1] - The mechanics of AMZU highlight the risks associated with holding leveraged ETFs over longer periods, as they can lead to significant deviations from the underlying asset's performance [1] - Investors should be aware that while AMZU offers potential for high returns, it also carries increased volatility and risk, which may not align with the objectives of income-focused investors [1]

24/7 Wall St. Quick Read AMZU lost 23.15% over the past year while Amazon dropped only 1.64%. Volatility decay eroded 20 percentage points beyond what 2x leverage predicts. The fund holds just 13.57% in direct Amazon equity. Daily rebalancing of derivatives creates compounding drag that destroys long-term returns. Amazon gained 3.63% year-to-date but AMZU lost 13.99%. This 21-percentage-point shortfall stems from daily leverage resets during choppy markets. If you’re thinking about retiring or kno ...

Investment Strategy - Warren Buffett, known as the "Oracle of Omaha," has a net worth of approximately $150 billion and is recognized for his investment timing and strategy [1] - Buffett plans to retire at the end of 2025 at the age of 95, but his influence on investment strategies remains significant [1] Industries Avoided by Buffett - New Technology: Buffett avoids investing in emerging technologies, labeling bitcoin as "a mirage" and advising against it, although Berkshire Hathaway has invested in Nu Holdings, a Brazilian digital banking company with a cryptocurrency platform [3][4] - Precious Metals: Buffett is skeptical about investing in gold, viewing it as speculative rather than a solid investment, and believes productive assets yield better returns through dividends [5][6] - Airlines: Berkshire Hathaway previously invested $10 billion in major airlines but sold these stakes in 2020 due to the pandemic's impact, reflecting Buffett's critical stance on the airline sector [7]