Bullish
Sugar futures hit $490/ton on July 2, 2026, amid El Niño concerns.
Over the past 24 hours, sugar futures have reached a nine-month high of $490 per ton, driven by El Niño forecasts and global supply concerns.
Key points
- El Niño forecasts predict an 80% chance of a strong event from July to September, potentially impacting sugar-producing regions.
- India's monsoon deficit may reduce annual sugar production by 3–8 million tonnes, leading to an extended export ban until September 30.
- Brazil's sugar production in the Center-South region reached 6.84 million tons by May 2026, a 2% decrease from the previous year.
- The U.S. sugar market remains influenced by global weather patterns and domestic production levels.
Sources
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