Pre-dawn Tuesday, US president expresses interest in acquiring Greenland, raising concerns over NATO’s future. Global stock markets show resilience despite geopolitical chaos. Metals sector sees gains as investor fear and uncertainty persist. Asian markets close higher, European markets mostly up, US futures slightly down.

Corn market remains mixed pre-dawn amid global tensions. National Corn Index calculated near $4.0775 Monday night. Fundamentally bearish outlook persists as imaginary fundamental numbers grow. Soybean market in the green due to solid commercial buying interest. China’s reduced soybean purchases from US down 60% compared to previous year. Wheat sub-sector starts lower despite stronger US export sales. US wheat supplies continue to outweigh demand. Commercial side selling more than noncommercial interests are buying. 1. The stock market surged today, with the S&P 500 reaching a new all-time high. Tech stocks led the way, with Apple, Amazon, and Microsoft all seeing significant gains. Analysts credit positive economic data and hopes for a stimulus package for the market’s strong performance.

2. In international news, tensions continue to rise between the US and Iran as Iran announces plans to increase uranium enrichment. This move is seen as a response to the US’s withdrawal from the Iran nuclear deal. The situation is being closely monitored by world leaders.

3. The CDC has issued new guidelines for holiday gatherings, urging Americans to celebrate virtually or with members of their own household to prevent the spread of COVID-19. With cases on the rise, health officials are emphasizing the importance of following safety protocols during the upcoming holiday season.

4. In entertainment news, Taylor Swift surprised fans by releasing a new album, “Folklore: The Long Pond Studio Sessions,” on Disney+. The album features live performances of the songs from her critically acclaimed album “Folklore.” Fans are thrilled to see Swift’s intimate performances in the documentary-style film.

5. As the holiday shopping season kicks off, retailers are implementing new safety measures to protect customers and employees. Many stores are offering curbside pickup, contactless payment options, and limited in-store capacity to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Online sales are also expected to see a significant increase this year.

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