Key stats

Updated 1 day ago

Front-month price

$446.00

COT sentiment

2.0

Curve structure

Contango

Latest COT report

Nov 6, 2026

What moves Corn prices

Corn prices are shaped by supply and demand fundamentals and by how speculators and commercial hedgers are positioned in the futures market. This hub tracks the data that matters — weekly CFTC Commitments of Traders positioning, price action, and the futures forward curve — so you can follow Corn markets in one place.

Supply & demand

Production, inventories, and consumption set the structural backdrop for Corn prices.

Positioning

CFTC managed-money longs and shorts show how speculators are leaning; crowded positioning can precede reversals.

Curve structure

Contango or backwardation in the futures curve reflects carry, storage, and near-term tightness.

Frequently asked questions

When is the CFTC Commitments of Traders report released?

The CFTC publishes Commitments of Traders data every Friday afternoon, reflecting positions as of the prior Tuesday.

What does managed money positioning tell me about Corn?

Managed money net positioning shows how hedge funds and CTAs are leaning. Extreme readings can signal crowded trades that are vulnerable to reversal.

What is the futures forward curve?

The forward curve plots Corn futures prices by delivery month. An upward slope (contango) or downward slope (backwardation) reflects storage, carry, and near-term supply tightness.