Core Viewpoint - The Chicago grain futures market experienced significant gains due to optimistic expectations regarding a potential compromise by the U.S. government to end the longest government shutdown in history, which would restore the normal release of agricultural data [1][4] Group 1: Market Performance - January soybean futures showed notable performance, rising by 0.7% at one point during the trading session [4] - Wheat and corn futures also increased, reflecting the positive sentiment in the market [4] - As of the report, soybean futures narrowed their gains to 0.4%, closing at $11.2175 per bushel; wheat futures rose by 0.3% to $5.295 per bushel; corn futures increased by 0.2% to $4.28 per bushel [4] Group 2: Impact of Government Shutdown - The U.S. government shutdown, lasting 40 days, has created positive signals for a potential restart, which has influenced the rise in U.S. stock index futures and further bolstered market optimism [4] - The reliance of grain traders on the U.S. Department of Agriculture reports is critical, as key data reports, including the World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates, have been restricted since the government shutdown began in October 2025, leading to a long-term lack of authoritative data guidance [4]