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Cotton Futures Decline Amidst Uncertain Market Conditions

Cotton futures are weaker again, with contracts down 15 to 29 points. The market anticipates no changes in interest rates following the Fed meeting, contributing to current volatility in cotton prices.

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Cotton futures are currently showing a downward trend, with contracts down between 15 and 29 points at midday. The market anticipates that interest rates will remain unchanged following the two-day Fed meeting, a factor that can influence commodity prices and investor sentiment.

According to estimates from S&P Global, US cotton acreage for 2025 is projected at 10.2 million acres, reflecting a reduction of 250,000 acres from earlier projections and a million acres less than the previous year’s total if actualized. Such a decrease in projected acreage could lead to alterations in supply and demand dynamics for cotton, which in turn might affect prices negatively.

In Tuesday’s online auction, a total of 6,604 bales were sold at an average price of 65.27 cents/lb, while the Cotlook A Index decreased by 25 points, settling at 79.00 cents/lb. Additionally, ICE cotton stocks have remained steady at 14,488 bales, indicating stable supply levels. However, the USDA's increase in the Adjusted World Price (AWP) by 188 points to 53.76 cents/lb suggests that fluctuations may be occurring in cost assessments linked to cotton’s market value.

As cotton prices are impacted by both supply estimates and auction results, any significant decision or announcement from the Fed regarding interest rates could influence market reactions, potentially swaying cotton and related commodities’ prices.

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