Cotton prices remained subdued last week, with New York futures briefly hitting a new low amid renewed tensions between the United States and China. This report examines the factors contributing to this trend, offering an in-depth analysis of cotton futures markets in New York and China, alongside international price movements

Cotton prices remain weak despite slight rebounds in some markets, as low demand, speculative pressure, and reduced planting for 2025–26 continue to weigh on the global outlook. This report examines the factors contributing to this trend, offering an in-depth analysis of cotton futures markets in New York and China, alongside

Global cotton markets remain fragile, with China stabilizing post-tariff, New York futures hitting new lows under speculative pressure, and the USDA’s cautious 2025/26 outlook reflecting persistent demand uncertainty. This report examines the factors contributing to this trend, offering an in-depth analysis of cotton futures markets in New York and China,

The dramatic reduction in US-China tariffs has sparked renewed optimism across global cotton markets, with futures surging in both countries and expectations rising for a revival in trade flows, improved US export prospects, and broader bullish momentum despite recent price softness. This report examines the factors contributing to this trend,

Global cotton markets steadied last week as New York futures surged on the unwinding of short positions and technical buying, while China’s holiday pause signaled possible price weakness ahead, and global trade braced for the impact of looming U.S. tariffs despite resilient markets in India and Pakistan. This report examines