Cotton Futures Decline Amid Market Fluctuations

Cotton futures saw losses in midday trading on Monday, with near-month contracts dropping between 153 and 184 points. In related markets, crude oil futures declined by 52 cents per barrel. Meanwhile, the US dollar index continued its depreciation, falling by $0.397 to settle at $99.496.

Speculative Positions and Market Data

According to data from the CFTC released Friday, speculative funds in cotton futures and options reduced their net short position, cutting 10,943 contracts as of April 8, bringing their total to 55,691 contracts.

Cash Bales and Price Indices

The Seam reported a modest sale of 31 cash bales on April 11, with an average price of 56 cents per pound. The Cotlook A Index decreased by 25 points the previous Friday, reaching a value of 78.30 cents per pound. Additionally, ICE cotton stocks experienced a decrease of 10 bales due to decertifications on April 11, leaving certified stocks at 14,478 bales. The USDA’s Adjusted World Price (AWP) also fell, down 212 points last week, to settle at 53.10 cents per pound.

Current Cotton Futures Prices

May 2025 Cotton is currently priced at 64.05 cents, down 184 points.

July 2025 Cotton is at 65.35 cents, down 166 points.

December 2025 Cotton stands at 66.98 cents, down 153 points.

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