Corn Extending Gains to Monday Morning

Corn futures were up 3.75–8.25 cents on Friday and the market traded 4–5 cents higher Monday morning, although some contracts were 10–12 cents off overnight highs; the May contract gained about 12 cents on the week. Intraday volatility is evident with modest net weekly gains, suggesting short-term price movement rather than a trend shift.

Analysis

Corn futures were up 3.75–8.25 cents on Friday and the market traded 4–5 cents higher Monday morning, although some contracts were 10–12 cents off overnight highs; the May contract gained about 12 cents on the week. Intraday volatility is evident with modest net weekly gains, suggesting short-term price movement rather than a trend shift.