ICE cotton futures hit two-month low on oil slump, weather boost

ICE cotton futures fell over one per cent, hitting a two-month low as weaker crude oil prices and favourable US weather conditions weighed on sentiment. December 2025 contracts dropped to 66.67 cents/lb, while July fell to 64.84 cents. Analysts cited easing geopolitical tensions and competitive polyester pricing as key factors. USDA reported 85 per cent planting progress.

Jun 19, 2025 - 08:35
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ICE cotton futures hit two-month low on oil slump, weather boost
ICE cotton futures fell over one per cent, hitting a two-month low as weaker crude oil prices and favourable US weather conditions weighed on sentiment. December 2025 contracts dropped to 66.67 cents/lb, while July fell to 64.84 cents. Analysts cited easing geopolitical tensions and competitive polyester pricing as key factors. USDA reported 85 per cent planting progress.