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Cotton Futures Volatile on Crop Data

Analysis based on 30 articles · First reported Jul 14, 2026 · Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Sentiment
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Attention
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Articles
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Market Impact
General
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Market Impact

Cotton futures prices were volatile, influenced by crop condition ratings, export demand, and weather forecasts. The decline in crop condition ratings and dryness in key growing regions could support prices, while strong export sales and lower certified stocks may also provide support.

Agriculture Commodity Markets
Event Summary

Cotton futures experienced volatile trading over the period, with prices fluctuating on daily reports of crop progress, export sales, and weather forecasts. The USDA's Crop Progress reports showed the US cotton crop progressing, with condition ratings declining from 44% to 42% good/excellent. Export sales data indicated strong new crop business, particularly from Vietnam and Turkey, while shipments were robust. The Cotlook A Index and Adjusted World Price fluctuated, and ICE certified stocks declined. Dryness in United States — Texas and parts of Georgia raised concerns about crop conditions. Petroleum and the US dollar index also influenced cotton prices.

Key Actions
70 United States — United States Department of Agriculture released crop progress data
70 United States — United States Department of Agriculture reported export sales
60 Cotton fell
60 United States — United States Department of Agriculture reported
50 Cotton rose
50 Cotton traded with losses
50 Vietnam bought Cotton
50 United States — National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration forecast
40 Turkey bought Cotton
30 Intercontinental Exchange certified stocks unchanged
30 Pakistan received Cotton
Entities Involved
cmdt
Cotton
Cotton futures experienced daily price fluctuations, with contracts moving up and down. The crop condition ratings declined, and export sales were strong, leading to mixed sentiment.
Importance 100.0 Sentiment 0.0
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United States
The US cotton crop is the subject of the weekly Crop Progress reports, with condition ratings and progress affecting market sentiment.
Importance 60.0 Sentiment -10.0
govactor
United States — United States Department of Agriculture
USDA released weekly Crop Progress reports and export sales data, which were key drivers of cotton price movements.
Importance 60.0 Sentiment 0.0
loc
United States — Texas
United States — Texas crop condition ratings declined significantly, and dryness persisted, negatively affecting the state's cotton crop outlook.
Importance 50.0 Sentiment -10.0
exch
Intercontinental Exchange
ICE reported changes in certified cotton stocks, which declined over the period, indicating tightening supply.
Importance 40.0 Sentiment 0.0
cnt
Vietnam
Vietnam was the largest buyer of US cotton in the reported week, purchasing 132,400 RB, indicating strong demand.
Importance 40.0 Sentiment 0.0
cmdt
Cotlook A Index
The Cotlook A Index, a world cotton price benchmark, fluctuated, indicating global price trends.
Importance 30.0 Sentiment 0.0
oth
Brugler500
The Brugler500 index, a crop condition measure, declined over the period, reflecting worsening crop conditions.
Importance 30.0 Sentiment -10.0
cmdt
Petroleum
Petroleum prices fluctuated, with changes influencing cotton futures through energy costs and broader market sentiment.
Importance 30.0 Sentiment 0.0
curr
United States — United States dollar
The US dollar index moved up and down, affecting cotton prices through currency exchange rates and export competitiveness.
Importance 30.0 Sentiment 0.0
govactor
United States — National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
NOAA's weather forecasts indicated dryness in United States — Texas and parts of Georgia, raising concerns about crop conditions.
Importance 30.0 Sentiment 0.0
cnt
Turkey
Turkey bought 41,600 RB of US cotton, contributing to strong export sales.
Importance 30.0 Sentiment 0.0
loc
United States — Georgia (U.S. state)
Georgia's crop condition ratings improved slightly, and some rain was forecast, providing some relief.
Importance 30.0 Sentiment 0.0
oth
Adjusted World Price
The Adjusted World Price, used for US loan programs, was adjusted weekly, affecting market expectations.
Importance 20.0 Sentiment 0.0
cnt
Pakistan
Pakistan received 35,500 RB of US cotton shipments, part of the export flow.
Importance 20.0 Sentiment 0.0
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Relationships
Cotton related ↔ United States
Cotton related ↔ United States — United States Department of Agriculture
Cotton related ↔ Petroleum
United States related ↔ United States — United States Department of Agriculture
United States related ↔ Intercontinental Exchange
United States related ↔ Vietnam
United States related ↔ Petroleum
United States — United States Department of Agriculture related ↔ Vietnam
United States — United States Department of Agriculture related ↔ Petroleum
Vietnam related ↔ Petroleum
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