Cotton seen down on imports

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| "Domestic futures prices are seen bearish next week, as imported cotton is cheaper when compared with local prices," said Prerna Desai of Man Financials. |
| Imported cotton has become cheaper after the rupee appreciated around 11 per cent since August, she said. |
| "Domestic importers have entered into contracts for 150,000 bales from West African countries, which may be delivered within 20 days," she said, adding this has dampened the market sentiment. |
First Published: Apr 19 2007 | 12:00 AM IST