
The IGC reported that its rice sub-index fell 1% in October on seasonal pressure, though international rice markets showed signs of recovery after touching an eight-year low. Thai 5% white rice gained $8 to $341 fob, supported by harvest delays and potential China sales.
Harvest delays and possible China demand are supporting Asian rice export quotes after a long slump. Feed buyers using broken rice or rice by-products should note the firming tone but ample global stocks.
After 88 past bullish report events, Rough Rice moved a median +0.0% over 5 sessions (50% higher; middle half -1.5% to +2.1%), and +2.5% over 20.
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