USDA's weekly report of export sales is due out at 7:30 a.m. CDT, the same time as weekly U.S. jobless claims and an update of the U.S. Drought Monitor. The Energy Department's report of natural gas storage is due out at 9:30 a.m. Traders continue to monitor events in Ukraine and the latest weather developments.
Weather
Another day of strong winds is on tap for the Plains Thursday, causing increased wildfire risks and drying out soils. Some occasional showers will continue across the Upper Midwest and eastern Dakotas while any heavier showers will be found along the East Coast, again with a severe weather threat.