The Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) sold 28,800 bales of cotton between February 9 and 13 from its 2025–26 crop season procurement stock. Each bale weighs 170 kilograms. In a move to accelerate sales, CCI reduced prices for the 2025–26 crop by ₹1,400–1,700 per candy (356 kg). Price Movement Following the price cut, cotton prices strengthened in Gujarat during Saturday’s evening trading session, while rates in North Indian states remained largely stable. •Ahmedabad, Gujarat: Shankar-6 cotton prices rose by ₹100 to ₹54,000–₹54,400 per candy (356 kg). Punjab: Spot delivery prices were quoted at ₹5,270–₹5,470 per maund. Haryana: Prices ranged from ₹5,150–₹5,280 per maund. Upper Rajasthan: Rates stood at ₹5,300–₹5,470 per maund. Lower Rajasthan: Prices were quoted at ₹50,000–₹51,000 per candy. Arrivals and Demand Cotton arrivals across domestic markets totaled 93,700 bales (170 kg each). According to trade sources, improved demand from spinning mills supported prices in Gujarat. However, mills across North India continued to purchase cautiously, keeping prices stable in those regions. Market participants noted that after the trade agreement between the United States and Bangladesh, domestic mills are buying cotton strictly based on immediate requirements rather than building inventories. Supply Outlook Domestic cotton availability remains comfortable, and mills are generally reluctant to increase stock levels. Additionally, cotton imports during the current season are expected to reach record highs. CCI has been actively liquidating stocks in the domestic market. So far in the 2025–26 season, it has procured nearly 8.9 million bales. Given the ample supply situation and steady imports, a sharp rise in cotton prices appears unlikely in the near term.