Wheat Futures Hit 1-Month High

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Wheat futures reached a one-month high nearing $7 per bushel due to intensified Russia-Ukraine conflict disruptions affecting grain shipments from the Black Sea. The escalating hostilities have raised concerns over the supply capabilities of two major global wheat exporters.

Wheat futures climbed toward $7 per bushel in late August, reaching their highest level since July 23, as intensifying Russia-Ukraine attacks threatened to further disrupt grain shipments from the Black Sea. The worsening conflict has raised concerns over the ability of the two major wheat exporters to move their crops to global markets, particularly as ...