ISMA and NFCSF say ₹44–45/kg sugar price spike lacks fundamentals, cite comfortable supply and stocks
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India's key sugar industry bodies (ISMA, NFCSF) argued the recent domestic sugar price spike lacks fundamental support, citing comfortable availability and ample stocks. They also committed to starting the 2026–27 crushing season as early as feasible to bring fresh supply sooner, while urging market participants to avoid hoarding and speculative buying. The statement targets speculative premia and increases near-term supply confidence, pressuring sugar-linked pricing.
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India’s sugar price has jumped to ₹44–45 per kg, but industry bodies ISMA and NFCSF said on July 17, 2026 the move is not backed by fundamentals because supply and inventories are comfortable. The groups said the industry will seek to start crushing for the 2026–27 season as early as possible to help stabilise the market. They also urged traders and buyers to avoid speculative buying and hoarding, and to stop spreading misleading information.
