For Week Ending 17-Sep-2026 Net Upland Sales 2026-27 Net sales of Upland totaling 230,500 RB for 2026/2027 were up noticeably from the previous week and from the prior 4-week average.
Read More24-Sept-2026 The cotton market is showing mixed trends, with ICE cotton futures remaining largely stable as traders await demand signals. India is focusing on strengthening physical and digital export support, while the WEF projects India’s FY27 growth at 6.7%. Maharashtra has begun drought rel
Read More / Download Report23-Sept-2026 India’s economic outlook remains positive, with S&P Global raising its FY27 GDP growth forecast to 7%. Meanwhile, ICE cotton prices eased after a sharp rally as export demand remained a concern, while Canada and India aim to conclude trade talks by December. Drought conditions in Y
Read More / Download Report22-Sept-2026 The cotton and textile sector is seeing mixed developments, with dry weather affecting cotton and soybean crops in Soygaon, while CCI cotton prices have declined despite sales reaching 94.29 lakh bales. ICE cotton rebounded after a six-session losing streak, and Unava cotton auctio
Read More / Download ReportSEPTEMBER 21, 2026 The Week Ahead *Cotton stayed under pressure last week, with the Fed’s first rate hike in three years and a stronger dollar giving the market little reason to turn higher. With the Fed now behind us, attention shifts quickly to China and whether this week’s meetings can gi
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Read More / Download Report21-Sept-2026 India’s trade landscape is seeing several developments, including calls for India-US discussions on the impact of higher US tariffs and the ratification of the India-New Zealand FTA, which will provide tariff-free access for New Zealand wool. India and Bangladesh are also working t
Read More / Download Report18-Sept-2026 The cotton and textile sector is seeing mixed developments, with 21 cotton testing laboratories set for modernization under a ₹38.72 crore project. Cotton procurement has begun in Jamthi, Maharashtra, with the first-day price reaching ₹8,101 per quintal, while ICE cotton prices dec
Read More / Download Report17-Sept-2026 The cotton and textile sector is witnessing mixed developments, with ICE cotton weakening amid demand and harvest pressures, while global cotton production forecasts for 2026–27 have been lowered. Global cotton prices strengthened in August, and BIS has upgraded 21 cotton testing l
Read More / Download ReportFor Week Ending 10-Sep-2026 Net Upland Sales 2026-27 Net sales of Upland totaling 71,200 RB for 2026/2027 were down 4 percent from the previous week and 30 percent from the prior 4-week average.
Read More16-Sept-2026 The latest developments in the global and Indian textile and cotton sectors highlight a mix of market pressure and industry concerns. ICE cotton prices continue to face pressure from weak demand and seasonal factors, while India’s DGFT is set to introduce a centralised system to st
Read More / Download Report09-Sept-2026 The latest developments highlight rising trade between Bangladesh and India, with Bangladesh’s exports to India increasing, while inflation in Bangladesh shows signs of easing. ICE cotton remains steady amid growing crop concerns, and domestic markets have begun new-season cotton a
Read More / Download Report10-Sept-2026 The Indian rupee weakened against the US dollar, while delayed rainfall in Gir Somnath is raising concerns among farmers. ICE cotton futures gained ahead of the WASDE report amid supply concerns. Meanwhile, India is focusing on women-led exporters through BRICS, while textile compa
Read More / Download Report11-Sept-2026 The cotton and textile sector is seeing mixed developments, with ICE cotton gaining on stronger crude oil and hopes of Chinese buying, while US cotton exports remain weak despite higher Upland shipments. India’s economic growth is expected to remain above 7% in FY27, although infla
Read More / Download Report15-Sept-2026 India’s trade outlook is showing positive developments, with progress in the MERCOSUR trade pact and efforts to strengthen textile trade with Russia. Meanwhile, rising wholesale and textile prices, weather-related challenges in Telangana and Maharashtra, and crop damage in Barwani
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Read More / Download ReportSEPTEMBER 14, 2026 The Week Ahead *Cotton ended last week on shaky ground after Friday’s sharp sell-off erased most of the gains from earlier in the week. Now back near 86 cents per pound, the market is caught between weaker short-term momentum and a supply picture that still has plenty of q
Read More / Download ReportSep-2026 COTTON: The U.S. cotton projections for 2026/27 show lower production, consumption, and beginning and ending stocks compared to last month. Projected imports and exports are unchanged. Production is reduced by 3 percent to 13.2 million bales as the national average yield is also lowere
Read More / Download ReportFor Week Ending 03-Sep-2026 Net Upland Sales 2026-27 Net sales of Upland totaling 73,900 RB for 2026/2027 were primarily for
Read MoreSEPTEMBER 8, 2026 The Week Ahead Cotton got a much-needed reset last week after a quick run higher through August, with little changing underneath the market. Now back near 86 cents per pound, the question is whether buyers are ready to step back in.
Read More / Download Report08-Sept-2026 Today’s key updates cover movements in the rupee-dollar exchange rate, the start of cotton auctions in Manawar, rainfall deficits affecting farmers in Gujarat and Telangana, new DGFT measures for secure export certificate integration, Uttar Pradesh’s proposed textile hub, Banglades
Read More / Download Report07-Sept-2026 Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan reviewed the action plan to strengthen Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) by increasing State participation. The initiative aims to improve coordination, agricultural extension services, technology transfer, and support for farmers at the grassro
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Read More / Download Report04-Sept-2026 Rasi Seeds is focusing on transforming India’s cotton sector through innovative seed technologies, improved crop productivity, and farmer-centric solutions. Its initiatives aim to enhance cotton yield, quality, and sustainability while helping farmers achieve better returns and str
Read More / Download ReportFor Week Ending 27-Aug-2026 Net Upland Sales 2026-27 Net sales of Upland totaling 27,500 RB for 2026/2027 primarily for
Read More02-Sept-2026 ICE cotton prices corrected sharply due to profit booking and a stronger US dollar, while India showed resilience amid global uncertainty and introduced automated free sale certificates for exporters. Global cotton output is expected to slightly exceed consumption in 2026-27. Indus
Read More / Download ReportAUGUST 31, 2026 The Week Ahead Cotton finished the final full week of August with continued momentum after December futures hit a life-of-contract high, posting a strong week of gains.
Read More / Download Report31-Aug-2026 India’s real GDP growth is projected to moderate to 6.6% in 2026, while textile manufacturing output rose 3.9% in July. Apparel exporters are seeking regulation of cotton yarn exports, the rupee weakened slightly against the dollar, and China plans further logistics expansion. Meanw
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Read More / Download Report27-Aug-2026 India is exploring ways to reduce its heavy foreign freight costs through a planned expansion of its shipping fleet, while rising crude oil and polyester yarn prices are forcing Surat weavers to cut production. ICE cotton recovered on weather concerns and broader commodity gains, wh
Read More / Download ReportFor Week Ending 20-Aug-2026 Net Upland Sales 2026-27 Net sales of Upland totaling 95,700 RB for 2026/2027 primarily for
Read More26-Aug-2026 ICE cotton declined after an eight-day rally as demand slowed, while India’s textile sector showed signs of strengthening recovery and the new cotton season in Madhya Pradesh opened at ₹9,101. Other developments included Bangladesh easing import rules, new textile innovations showca
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Read More / Download Report25-Aug-2026 ICE cotton continued its upward trend amid bullish market factors, while India focused on strengthening textile trade, manufacturing quality, circularity and its influence in global cotton markets. Meanwhile, rainfall deficits, pest attacks and declining cotton acreage in several re
Read More / Download ReportAUGUST 24, 2026 The Week Ahead Cotton enters the final full week of August with momentum on its side after posting its fifth consecutive weekly gain.
Read More / Download Report21-Aug-2026 ICE cotton showed a mixed trend amid market consolidation, while strong US cotton shipments reflected broad-based demand. Telangana’s cotton sowing surpassed normal levels, though rising cotton prices continued to pressure the textile industry. Developments also included textile inn
Read More / Download Report20-Aug-2026 ICE cotton surged on tight stocks and a weaker US dollar, while cotton markets and textile industries across Maharashtra, Brazil, the US and Asia focused on boosting demand and growth. Global developments also included new textile investments, skill initiatives, research activities
Read More / Download ReportFor Week Ending 13-Aug-2026 Net Upland Sales 2026-27 Net sales of Upland totaling 209,400 RB for 2026/2027 primarily for
Read More19-Aug-2026 India’s cotton market gains momentum as ICE prices rise, new arrivals begin, and Amravati sees strong cotton and soybean sowing. India-Bangladesh trade talks continue, while agricultural research, silk production and India’s economic growth show positive developments. India’s cotton
Read More / Download Report18-Aug-2026 India’s cotton market gains momentum as ICE prices rise, new arrivals begin, and Amravati sees strong cotton and soybean sowing. India-Bangladesh trade talks continue, while agricultural research, silk production and India’s economic growth show positive developments.
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