Weekly Cotton Review: A downward trend continues in the market

Business Recorder reported that cotton prices continued to weaken in Pakistan over the past week, despite satisfactory trading activity. In Sindh and Punjab, cotton changed hands at Rs16,000 to Rs18,000 per maund, while Balochi cotton fetched Rs18,700 to Rs19,000, depending on quality and payment terms.

Poorer local cotton quality, falling New York futures and lower yarn prices weighed on sentiment, while spinners were cautious about buying. Market sources also pointed to tight liquidity and ginners blending grades to clear stocks; the Karachi Cotton Association’s spot rate closed at Rs17,800 per maund after a reported reduction of Rs 2,00.

The review also highlighted cost pressures facing textile producers, including high energy expenses and difficulty importing better-quality cotton amid regional tensions and higher freight charges. The report said the FBR directed spinning units to install surveillance cameras by November 15, 2026, while proposals for cotton-sector support include annual funding of Rs15 billion to Rs20 billion and a minimum seed-cotton support price of Rs10,000 per 40 kilogrammes.