Tepid demand drags crude palm oil futures down by 0.21%

Image
Press Trust of India New Delhi
Last Updated : Aug 07 2017 | 11:07 AM IST
Crude palm oil prices softened by 0.21 per cent to Rs 480.50 per 10 kg in futures trade today, as speculators reduced their exposure amid sluggish demand in the spot market against adequate stock position.
At Multi Commodity Exchange, crude palm oil for delivery in August declined by Re 1, or 0.21 per cent to Rs 480.50 per 10 kg in business turnover of 14 lots.
Similarly, the oil for delivery in September contracts shed 80 paise, or 0.17 per cent, to Rs 480.50 per 10 kg in 9 lots.
Analysts said trimming of positions by traders following easing demand in the spot market against ample stocks mainly led to decline in crude palm oil prices at futures trade.

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: Aug 07 2017 | 11:07 AM IST

Next Story