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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 and raised global supply concerns.
Key points
- India's Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) announced the extension of the sugar export ban until September 30, 2026, citing concerns over domestic production falling below consumption levels.
- Major Indian sugar companies, including Ugar Sugar Works, EID Parry, and Shree Renuka Sugars, experienced stock declines following the export ban announcement.
- The DGFT clarified that exports to the European Union and the United States under specific quota arrangements will continue, and consignments already in the export pipeline before the notification will be allowed subject to specified conditions.
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