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Please find below the latest market intelligence for the Indian Spice sector as of
26 August 2026.
The market observed a firm trend in Cloves and Cumin driven by rising demand, while Turmeric softened due to profit booking. Dry fruits, however, remained firm despite weak importer interest.
Cloves: Soaring Demand Fuels Firmness! 🚀
Cloves continued their upward trajectory, with prices strengthening amidst persistent demand despite already high levels. The weakening Rupee against the US Dollar is expected to further increase import costs, lending additional support to prices. This bullish trend is anticipated to sustain in the short term.
Turmeric: Profit Booking Cools Down Prices! 📉
Turmeric prices experienced a softening trend primarily due to profit booking activities by traders. Despite initial strength, the market saw a dip in sentiment. Key varieties like Erode Gatha and Salem Phuli recorded declines as participants capitalized on recent gains.
Cumin: Mixed Signals Amidst Increased Arrivals! 🔄
Cumin observed increased arrivals in key markets like Unjha, yet sluggish buying initially tempered price movements. Despite this, some nominal buying at reduced levels led to a slight price improvement in the general variety. However, the overall outlook suggests no significant long-term bullish rally in the immediate future.
Green Cardamom: Abundant Arrivals Dampen Price Hopes! 🌬️
Small Cardamom prices are under pressure due to significant new crop arrivals in auctions and sluggish buying interest. Average auction prices are consequently declining, despite some concerns over recent heavy rains in producing regions. Coupled with weak monsoon in South India and increased shipping risks from Iran’s new toll tax affecting export demand, the market anticipates no immediate price hike, reinforcing a bearish sentiment.
Red Chilli: Festive Season Fails to Ignite Sales! 🔥
Red Chilli sales remain sluggish, failing to pick up even during the festive season. High arrivals in markets like Guntur, coupled with concerns over the quality of some incoming stock, are exerting downward pressure on prices. The market anticipates a continued sluggish trend in the short term.
Black Pepper: Firmness Amidst Import Influences! ⚫
Black Pepper prices are holding firm, although influenced by imports from Sri Lanka. The ongoing ‘Onam’ festival in the Kochi market is currently affecting trade volumes, but business is expected to normalize next week. The market anticipates continued stability and firmness in the coming days.
Dry Ginger: Sluggish Demand Curbs Price Recovery! ⬇️
Dry Ginger sales remain sluggish following a recent price correction. The market is also being affected by the ‘Onam’ festival in Kochi, with trade expected to normalize next week. Given the prevailing weak demand and prior price declines, there is no immediate expectation of a price increase in the short term.
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