The Hindu Business Line : Sunday, December 24, 2006

INSIGHT
Bittersweet news for sugar
Sugar stocks have barely reacted to the government decision to partially lift the export ban on sugar, imposed six months ago. Not surprising, as the relaxations have not come at an opportune time for the players. Global sugar prices have ... More

RUBBER
Speculators push up spot rubber prices
Spot rubber picked up again on Saturday. RSS 4 moved up to Rs 91.50 a kg against Rs 90 a kg at Kottayam. The grade was quoted much higher at Rs 93 a kg against Rs 90.50 a kg at Kochi. Genuine consumer support has been limited to lower levels ... More

TECHNICAL ANALYSIS
Cotton may test resistance, dip
New York cotton futures ended sharply on Friday on the back speculative and option related buying in a shortened trading session ahead of a long holiday weekend. Fundamentally, cotton has bumper supplies but steady demand specifically from ... More

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