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As El Niño Intensifies, Natural Gas Takes a Tumble
The weather phenomenon could herald a warmer-than-normal winter in the northern United States.
Read MoreTrading Activity Surges in Lithium, Cobalt Futures
Prices for battery metals lithium and cobalt have slumped even as demand for electric vehicles surge. What’s behind this dichotomy?
Read MoreInflation, Job Growth Key to 2024 Economic Prospects
The rates of inflation and jobs growth could determine if the U.S. economy continues to expand in 2024.
Read MoreLithium, Cobalt Open Interest Soars as Prices Plunge
Prices for battery metals lithium and cobalt have tumbled by up to 75% from their 2022 peaks amid slowing demand, headwinds to China’s economy.
Read MoreQ4 2023 Options Update
Read the latest highlights on options trading activity across asset classes at CME Group, including the latest news, analysis, and tools.
Read MoreCould Gold Outperform Equities?
With the Fed expected to pause its monetary tightening policy that began 20 months ago, could gold outperform equities?
Read MoreQ4 2023 Agricultural Update
Access the latest Q4 2023 Agriculture Update for market insights and news on Lumber, Livestock, and more Agricultural futures and options from CME Group.
Read MoreCan U.S. Avoid a Recession This Time?
U.S. economic growth continues to defy expectations despite the Fed raising rates to their highest levels in more than two decades.
Read MoreQ4 2023 Metals Update
Find out the latest news and updates on the CME Group Metals market, including the continued growth we are seeing with our Precious Metals products.
Read MoreCeiling or Floor: 10-Year Treasury Yields at 5%
Yields for 10-year Treasuries are at their highest level since 2007 as investors expect interest rates to remain “higher for longer.”
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