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PostedOil futures reversed early losses to settle marginally higher Friday, Feb. 13, as U.S. inflation slowed in January boosting prospects for the economy.
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Posted by Jennifer CarricoThe Stark family has operated S Bar K Cattle and Hay in Baker, Montana, since 1910, spanning six generations on their ranch. Despite harsh weather challenges and operational changes, their deep ranching roots and family collaboration keep the legacy thriving.
What DTN Is Watching
Friday looks to be a mostly quiet session for reports, but traders will tune in at 8 a.m. CST to see if USDA reports any flash export sales. After the close, CFTC will release their Commitments of Traders report which will update trader positions as of Tuesday, February 10.
WeatherThroughout Friday, scattered showers and storms will gradually develop across the southwest Plains as a system from the Desert Southwest arrives. A few marginally strong to severe storms, providing risks for large hail and damaging winds, will be possible across western Texas into central Oklahoma. By early Saturday morning, these areas could see around 0.5-1 inch of rain.
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