Maize futures slip as traders trim position

Image
Press Trust of India New Delhi
Last Updated : Jul 18 2016 | 3:23 PM IST
Maize prices dropped by Rs 43 to Rs 1,402 per quintal in futures trading today as participants indulged in reducing their exposure amid a weak trend at the physical and global markets.
At the National Commodity and Derivative Exchange, maize for delivery in far-month November dipped by Rs 43, or 2.98 per cent to Rs 1,402 per quintal, clocking an open interest of 170 lots.
In a similar manner, maize for delivery in most-active August was trading lower by Rs 8, or 0.51 per cent to Rs 1,553 per quintal, having an open interest of 36,080 lots.
Marketmen said reducing of positions at current levels by participants and a weak trend at the domestic spot markets, mainly put pressure on maize prices at futures trade here.
Moreover, a weak trend in global market too attributed fall in maize prices, they said.
*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: Jul 18 2016 | 3:23 PM IST

Next Story