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Cotton Futures Rise Amid Supply Concerns, Trade Signals Tightening Market

Mar 09, 2026 12:37 UTC
CT=F, CL=F, ^VIX
Short term

Cotton prices surged Friday, with the CFTC-compliant cotton futures contract (CT=F) climbing 3.2% to $1.18 per pound, driven by growing concerns over global supply constraints and strengthening export demand. The rally coincided with broader commodity sector momentum.

  • CT=F rose 3.2% to $1.1812 per pound on Friday
  • Global supply concerns intensified due to weather disruptions in India and Pakistan
  • Export demand from China and Bangladesh remained robust, supporting prices
  • The VIX index edged up to 16.8, indicating elevated market volatility
  • Crude oil futures (CL=F) climbed 1.4%, suggesting broader risk-on sentiment

Cotton futures advanced sharply on Friday, marking one of the most notable moves in the agricultural sector this week. The benchmark cotton contract (CT=F) reached $1.1812 per pound by close, a 3.2% increase from Thursday’s settlement, reflecting renewed market attention to supply-side risks. Traders cited deteriorating crop conditions in key producing regions, including parts of India and Pakistan, where delayed monsoon rains have raised concerns over yield reductions for the 2025–2026 season.

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