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India extends sugar export ban until September 30, 2026, impacting global supply.
India, the world's second-largest sugar producer, has extended its ban on sugar exports until September 30, 2026, due to concerns over domestic production shortfalls. This decision has led to a decline in sugar stocks, with major companies like Ugar Sugar Works and EID Parry experiencing significant drops. The ban aims to ensure sufficient domestic supply amid lower-than-expected sugar production.
Key points
- India's Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) announced the extension of the sugar export ban until September 30, 2026, to address domestic production concerns.
- Following the export ban, shares of major sugar companies, including Ugar Sugar Works and EID Parry, declined by over 1%.
- The export ban does not affect shipments to the European Union and the United States under existing quota arrangements.
- Consignments already in the export pipeline before the notification will be allowed subject to specified conditions.
Sources
- Sugar stocks slide after Centre bans exports till September 2026Capital Market News · September 24, 2026
- India extends sugar export ban until September 30, 2026Directorate General of Foreign Trade · September 24, 2026
- Sugar stocks slide after Centre bans exports till September 2026Capital Market News · September 24, 2026
- Sugar stocks slide after Centre bans exports till September 2026Capital Market News · September 24, 2026
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