CCI hikes cotton prices; e-auction sale of 50,100 bales
By yash chouhan 2025-12-12 17:31:18
CCI Raises Cotton Prices; Weekly E-Auction Sales Touch 50,100 Bales
The Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) increased its cotton prices by ₹100 per candy this week, CCI has now sold 92.76% of the cotton procured during the 2024–25 season through e-auctions.
During the week from 8 December to 12 December 2025, CCI conducted regular online auctions for mills and traders across various centers. These auctions resulted in total weekly sales of approximately 50,100 bales, reflecting steady demand from both segments.
Day-Wise Sales Report
8 December 2025 The week began on a strong note with the highest sales recorded at 20,100 bales. Of these, 9,100 bales were purchased by mills, while 11,000 bales were bought by traders.
9 December 2025 Sales dropped sharply to 4,700 bales, comprising 4,000 bales purchased by mills and 700 bales by traders.
10 December 2025 Midweek auctions saw improved buying, with total sales rising to 10,600 bales. Mills accounted for 7,900 bales, while traders purchased 2,700 bales.
11 December 2025 CCI sold 10,400 bales on this day, with mills lifting 8,500 bales and traders 1,900 bales.
12 December 2025 The week concluded on a modest note with 4,300 bales sold. Of this, mills purchased 3,900 bales, whereas traders bought 400 bales.
With these weekly sales, CCI’s total cotton sales for the ongoing season have reached approx 92,76,400 bales, representing 92.76% of its total procurement under the 2024–25 season.
