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10.09.2024

Biodiesel bid/offer spread widens amid increasing uncertainty

Biodiesel bid/offer spread widens amid increasing uncertainty

Biodiesel prices widened in the week to Wednesday October 9 with offers as high as $4.42 for B100 and as low as HO minus $0.41(at the time of the quote), which is the approximate equivalent to B100 at $3.90.

10.09.2024

DCO prices stable to lower while production estimates rise on week

DCO prices stable to lower while production estimates rise on week

US animal fats and oils prices finished the day largely unchanged on Wednesday October 9 amid limited trade, sources told Fastmarkets.

Overall market sentiment reflects cautious buying behavior, with many participants holding off on purchases, expecting further developments to provide...

10.09.2024

Lackluster trade volume keeps US animal protein prices steady

Lackluster trade volume keeps US animal protein prices steady

The US animal proteins market was quiet on Wednesday October 9 with lackluster trade volumes, sources told Fastmarkets.

“Almost everyone is still assessing positions post-strike and how to catch up on...