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title: "Cotton Closes Mostly Lower on Wednesday"
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description: "Cotton futures declined by 6 to 73 points for most 2026 and 2027 contracts, while some deferred contracts rose by 13 to 29 points. The US dollar index increased by $0.304 to $99.570. Crude oil fell by $5.07, impacting the market amid US-Iran negotiations. The Cotlook A Index rose by 300 points to 90.65 cents, and ICE certified cotton stocks remained steady at 203,403 bales. The Adjusted World Price increased by 228 points to 71.87 cents/lb."
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# Cotton Closes Mostly Lower on Wednesday

Cotton futures posted losses of 6 to 73 points across most 2026 and 2027 contracts, with some deferred contracts up 13 to 29 points. The US dollar index was $0.304 higher at $99.570. Crude oil losses of $5.07 is adding pressure as US and Iran negotiations are reportedly in the nearing the finish line.

The Cotlook A Index was back up 300 points on May 19 at 90.65 cents. ICE certified cotton stocks were steady on 5/18, with the certified stocks level at 203,403 bales. The Adjusted World Price was up another 228 points last week at 71.87 cents/lb.

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Jul 26 Cotton closed at 81.6, down 73 points,

Dec 26 Cotton closed at 82.96, down 20 points,

Mar 27 Cotton closed at 83.77, down 13 points

On the date of publication, Austin Schroeder did not have (either directly or indirectly) positions in any of the securities mentioned in this article. All information and data in this article is solely for informational purposes. For more information please view the Barchart Disclosure Policy here.

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