Seasonal Overview

The following charts reflect seasonal patterns for individual futures markets over the period of a calendar year. Each market is represented by its nearby contract.

These charts show two seasonal patterns: The most recent 15 years (dotted line) and up to the last 40 years (solid line), depending on how long the contract has actually traded. A market which has traded for 15 years or fewer will only show one pattern.

The most basic elements of a seasonal pattern are its seasonal high, seasonal low, and seasonal trends in between. Traders may look further for consistent behavior associated with annual events such as planting, harvest, contract expirations, etc.

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