Tabulation & Chart regarding the Basis Comparison of ICS 105 with Cotlook A Index-07-11-2026 prepared by CAI for the information of CAI Members.
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Read More / Download Report06-Nov-2026 ICE cotton futures gained on strong US export demand, India's rail freight loading increased by 8.32% in October, Cotton prices reached ₹9,011 in Madhya Pradesh's first auction, Khandwa mandi continued cotton auctions during Dhanteras and Bhai Dooj, SGCCI signed two MoUs to boost Su
Read More / Download Report05-Nov-2026 India's port cargo growth is exceeding existing capacity, highlighting the need for infrastructure expansion, US cotton futures rebounded 1.39% following the Democrats' election victory, Cotton prices in Maharashtra declined by ₹1,000 amid the extension of cotton import duty exempt
Read More / Download Report04-Nov-2026 Telangana cotton farmers seek higher prices due to El Niño concerns, Bangladesh unrest may create export opportunities for India, Rising stocks and weak demand pressure China's cotton market, India's cotton consumption may rise with expanding spinning capacity, BTMA aims to streng
Read More / Download Report03-Nov-2026 ICE cotton futures declined amid pressure from the US harvest and weaker crude oil prices, while India and the EU discussed trade facilitation in Brussels. Gujarat’s Ranpur Yard recorded over 5,000 maunds of cotton arrivals in a day, with prices reaching ₹1,901. Meanwhile, textile i
Read More / Download ReportNOVEMBER 2, 2026 The Week Ahead *Cotton heads into November under pressure, with several economic and market developments that could influence prices in the coming weeks. Between upcoming reports, trade policy uncertainty, and harvest concerns, there is plenty for the market to work through.
Read More / Download Report02-Nov-2026 India’s Q2 FY27 GDP growth is estimated at 7.35%, while cotton markets report strong activity, with Ghodegaon prices reaching ₹9,000 per quintal, Jammikunta prices at ₹8,840, and CCI cotton sales touching 99.33 lakh bales. Cotton duty relief is expected to support spinning mills, al
Read More / Download ReportCAI’s first estimate of cotton pressing for the 2026-27 season is placed at 280.00 lakh bales as per the following State-wise break-up: -.
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Read More / Download ReportAt the recommendation made at its Crop Committee meeting held on 28th October 2026, CAI has finalised the crop estimate for 2025-26 season. Around 24 members across all States of the Country attended the meeting and gave estimation of their States.
Read More / Download ReportThe Government of India, through Notification No. 35/2026-Customs dated 30 October 2026, has extended the existing customs duty exemption period on cotton imports until 31 December 2026, providing an additional two months of duty-free import eligibility.
Read More / Download Report30-Oct-2026 India's textile sector is witnessing developments in manufacturing, investment, automation and sustainability, with new textile park projects worth ₹1,947 crore in Uttar Pradesh and ₹1,516 crore in Karnataka's textile PLI investments. ICE cotton futures gained on strong US export sa
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Read More / Download Report29-Oct-2026 India has approved a $1.05 billion scheme to boost container manufacturing, while ICE cotton futures edged higher on bargain buying and mill demand. China’s cotton yarn exports rose 15.66% in September, and CITI expects the revamped textile PLI scheme to attract investment. Meanwhil
Read More / Download ReportFor Week Ending 22-Oct-2026 Net Upland Sales 2026-27 Net sales of Upland totaling 216,500 RB for 2026/2027 were up 8 percent from the previous week and 21 percent from the prior 4-week average.
Read More28-Oct-2026 The ICA announced stronger protection against extreme contract delays, while ICE cotton futures extended losses amid a stronger dollar. India’s Leading Economic Index rose 0.6% in September, and the RBI noted economic resilience amid global headwinds. India advanced trade talks with
Read More / Download Report27-Oct-2026 India aims to build a $350 billion textile industry and boost exports by 2030, while extending 95% export risk coverage until March 31, 2027. India and Mexico plan to begin PTA talks to counter tariffs of up to 50%. Rising export demand under free trade agreements may increase India
Read More / Download ReportTabulation & Chart regarding the Basis Comparison of ICS 105 with Cotlook A Index-26-10-2026 prepared by CAI for the information of CAI Members.
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Read More / Download ReportOCTOBER 26, 2026 The Week Ahead Cotton heads into a busy week with plenty happening outside the cotton market that could influence prices. Wednesday’s Fed decision, rising crude oil prices, and continued selling across agriculture
Read More / Download Report26-Oct-2026 CCI increased cotton prices by ₹600 per candy, supporting the Indian market amid slow arrivals, with weekly sales reaching 66,200 bales and total sales touching 99.29 lakh bales. Cotton prices rose in Adilabad and Yavatmal amid drought concerns and increased private procurement, whi
Read More / Download Report23-Oct-2026 Andhra Pradesh cotton prices may reach ₹10,000, while ex-gin cotton prices have surged by ₹4,000 per candy, raising concerns among Tamil Nadu mills. India’s technical textile sector is exploring ways to reduce reliance on imported medical products, while PHDCCI hosted the Sustainabl
Read More / Download Report22-Oct-2026 Thiagarajar Mills and Germany’s Euro Textiles announced a ₹100-crore textile venture in Tamil Nadu, while ICE cotton futures rose amid a weaker dollar. Meanwhile, drought threatens Telangana’s cotton yields, India–US FTA talks face delays, India and New Zealand agreed to exchange tr
Read More / Download ReportFor Week Ending 15-Oct-2026 Net Upland Sales 2026-27 Net sales of Upland totaling 199,600 RB for 2026/2027 were up 36 percent from the previous week and 7 percent from the prior 4-week average.
Read More21-Oct-2026 SKAAT will showcase advanced automation solutions at India ITME 2026, while ICE cotton prices extended gains amid a weaker dollar and firm crude oil prices. Maharashtra’s cotton crop faces potential yield losses due to drought, while Kadi cotton auctions opened on Dussehra. Meanwhil
Read More / Download ReportOCTOBER 19, 2026 The Week Ahead • Cotton is heading into another week with plenty of outside influences to watch, even as prices struggle to move much beyond 80 cents. We’re watching the Fed, a commodity sell-off, and harvest progress.
Read More / Download Report19-Oct-2026 India’s textile sector is seeing mixed developments, with Raymond expanding in Andhra Pradesh and Deloitte projecting 7.1–7.3% GDP growth in FY27. The government plans a ₹25,000-crore textile skilling programme and is promoting the effective use of FTAs. Meanwhile, polyester raw mat
Read More / Download ReportTabulation & Chart regarding the Basis Comparison of ICS 105 with Cotlook A Index-17-10-2026 prepared by CAI for the information of CAI Members.
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Read More / Download ReportFor Week Ending 08-Oct-2026 Net Upland Sales 2026-27 Net sales of Upland totaling 146,900 RB for 2026/2027 were down 11 percent from the previous week and 12 percent from the prior 4-week average.
Read More16-Oct-2026 The textile industry is focusing on sustainability and circularity, with Wire Waste and NIFT-TEA marking World Circular Textile Day 2026. Bangladesh’s garment sector faces growing pressure to adopt greener practices to retain global markets, while the government plans to form an RMG
Read More / Download Report15-Oct-2026 Cotton markets witnessed mixed movements, with ICE cotton futures rising slightly but failing to sustain early gains. The Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) has started cotton procurement at Minimum Support Price (MSP), while drought conditions threaten cotton crops in Adilabad. Mean
Read More / Download Report14-Oct-2026 Global cotton markets remain under pressure, with ICE cotton futures trading within a range amid weather concerns, while global cotton benchmarks have declined over the past month. Pakistan reported a 5.39% increase in cotton arrivals by the end of September. Meanwhile, India and Ca
Read More / Download Report13-Oct-2026 Global cotton markets are strengthening, with ICE cotton futures extending gains amid crop concerns and rising prices driven by supply uncertainties. In India, reports highlight the spread of HTBt cotton, rain-related damage to paddy and cotton crops in Punjab, and concerns over wet
Read More / Download ReportTabulation & Chart regarding the Basis Comparison of ICS 105 with Cotlook A Index-12-10-2026 prepared by CAI for the information of CAI Members.
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Read More / Download ReportOCTOBER 12, 2026 The Week Ahead Cotton finished last week on a better note than expected, but a few factors could still test that recovery. Selling across agriculture, Wednesday’s inflation report, and questions surrounding the U.S. crop will all be worth watching.
Read More / Download Report12-Oct-2026 India’s trade and economic outlook continues to attract attention, with KKR projecting that the economy could double to $8 trillion over the next decade, while India and ASEAN seek faster progress on reviewing their trade agreement. Bangladesh has urged India to remove anti-dumping
Read More / Download Report09-Oct-2026 The cotton and textile industry is seeing key developments, including fluctuations in ICE cotton futures and US export sales, revised cotton prices by CCI, and concerns over production losses due to drought and crop damage. Meanwhile, GST reforms, AI-powered embroidery technology, c
Read More / Download ReportOct-2026 COTTON: The 2026/27 U.S. cotton balance sheet shows higher production and ending stocks compared to last month. Projected consumption, exports, imports, and beginning stocks are unchanged.
Read More / Download Report08-Oct-2026 Global and Indian cotton markets saw mixed developments, with ICE cotton futures declining amid a stronger dollar and weaker crude oil prices. Cotton farmers in Karimnagar and Washim are facing drought-related crop stress, while the CCI organised Sudhar Utsav in Gujarat. India highl
Read More / Download ReportFor Week Ending 01-Oct-2026 Net Upland Sales 2026-27 Net sales of Upland totaling 165,100 RB for 2026/2027 were down 19 percent from the previous week, but up 14 percent from the prior 4-week average.
Read More07-Oct-2026 India’s cotton and agricultural sectors are facing mixed developments, with ICE cotton prices continuing to rise amid a weaker dollar and improving physical demand. The government is working to strengthen transport and logistics infrastructure, while Maharashtra intensifies drought
Read More / Download Report06-Oct-2026 India’s economic outlook remains positive, with the World Bank projecting 7.1% growth in FY27, while the government has approved a $1.04 billion SME Growth Fund to support small and medium enterprises. India has also initiated an anti-dumping probe into imports of textile chemicals
Read More / Download ReportOCTOBER 5, 2026 The Week Ahead *Cotton has plenty to sort through again this week after last week’s sell-off. There are a few things underneath the market that look a little better, but the dollar, China, and Friday’s supply and demand update could all have a say in whether cotton can find s
Read More / Download Report05-Oct-2026 India’s trade and textile sectors are seeing several developments, with India and Switzerland expanding economic ties through new trade and mobility agreements. Global cotton markets remain under pressure, with Brazil’s cotton prices declining amid weak demand and US Upland cotton s
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