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India's 2026-27 cotton carry-forward stocks seen 42% higher at 85 lakh bales on import surge
India's cotton carry-forward stocks at the start of the 2026-27 season are projected to rise 42% to over 85 lakh bales, driven by higher imports following the government's import duty exemption. The Cotton Association of India (CAI) reports imports of 43.5 lakh bales by end-May 2026, with total imports expected to reach 60-65 lakh bales. Despite price parity, textile mills prefer imported cotton due to 4% higher yarn realisation and a ₹7/kg premium on yarn.
Jun 15, 2026 2 sources