Markets
Economic reports out early on Friday morning are retail sales, industrial production and consumer sentiment index, which could all give a glimpse into the health of the economy. We will also be watching for any news regarding coronavirus, Chinese soybean buying and any weather changes in South America.
Weather
Dry conditions will cover all primary U.S. crop areas Friday. Precipitation will be confined to light snow in the Canadian Prairies. Bitter cold will be noted in the northern and eastern Midwest. Snow and rain return to the northern crop areas Sunday and Monday.