Guar gum futures fall 2.29 pc on subdued demand

Image
Press Trust of India New Delhi
Last Updated : Apr 01 2020 | 12:48 PM IST

Guar gum prices on Wednesday slumped 2.29 per cent to Rs 4,952 per five quintal in futures trade as participants offloaded their holdings in line with weak trend in spot market.

On the National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange, guar gum for April delivery fell by Rs 116, or 2.29 per cent, to Rs 4,952 per five quintal in 14,555 lots.

Guar gum for May delivery eased by Rs 102, or 2 per cent, to Rs 4,990 per five quintal in 33,305 lots.

Marketmen said weak demand in spot market and increased supplies from growing regions mainly exerted pressure on guar gum prices.

Disclaimer: No Business Standard Journalist was involved in creation of this content

*Subscribe to Business Standard digital and get complimentary access to The New York Times

Smart Quarterly

₹900

3 Months

₹300/Month

SAVE 25%

Smart Essential

₹2,700

1 Year

₹225/Month

SAVE 46%
*Complimentary New York Times access for the 2nd year will be given after 12 months

Super Saver

₹3,900

2 Years

₹162/Month

Subscribe

Renews automatically, cancel anytime

Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans

Exclusive premium stories online

  • Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors

Complimentary Access to The New York Times

  • News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic

Business Standard Epaper

  • Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share

Curated Newsletters

  • Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox

Market Analysis & Investment Insights

  • In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor

Archives

  • Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997

Ad-free Reading

  • Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements

Seamless Access Across All Devices

  • Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app

More From This Section

First Published: Apr 01 2020 | 12:48 PM IST

Next Story