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Cotton higher after buyers reject Chinese cotton

By Jack Scoville

January 16, 2013 • Reprints

COTTON

General Comments:  Futures were a little higher on news that the Chinese government auction of its Cotton stocks went poorly.  Buyers there were not interested due to poor quality and relatively high prices.  The news implied that demand for world Cotton can stay strong as mills in China will still import despite big import fees and taxes.  The current low prices are bringing into question what farmers in Texas and the Delta and Southeast will plant this year.  Some are wondering if planted area might be lower this year here in the U.S. because of weak prices against competing crops.  The area lost would go mostly to Corn and Soybeans.  Current weather features some precipitation in Delta and Southeast areas, but western Texas was mostly dry.  Delta areas will turn dry today.  Trends are not well defined on the charts, but ideas are that the market can continue to work higher overall.

Overnight News:  The Delta will be dry all week and Southeast will get showers or rains through Thursday, then will see dry conditions move from west to east the balance of the week.  Temperatures will average near to above normal.  Texas will get dry weather.  Temperatures will average near to above normal.  The USDA spot price is now 71.65 ct/lb.  ICE said that certified Cotton stocks are now 0.102 million bales, from 0.101 million yesterday. 

Chart Trends:  Trends in Cotton are mixed to up with objectives of 77.30 and 78.40 March.  Support is at 75.30, 74.40, and 73.70 March, with resistance of 76.40, 76.95, and 77.05 March.

FCOJ

General Comments:  Futures closed lower again as warm and dry weather continued in Florida.  It has been cold in California where some of the citrus could be affected, but so far there have been no reports of losses.  California will see moderating temperatures through the weekend.  Weather remains good in Florida, although more rain would be beneficial.  Temperatures remain mild in the state, and conditions are mostly dry.  Forecasts call for mostly dry conditions to continue.  Fruit is holding for now, and irrigation is being used by producers to hold crop condition.  Harvest in Florida of mid and early oranges is continuing.  Demand for domestically produced Juice remains down from last year.  Weather in Brazil is reported to be good.  Brazil is seeing warm temperatures and light showers or dry conditions.

Overnight News:  Florida weather forecasts call for mostly dry conditions.  Temperatures will average above normal.

Chart Trends:  Trends in FCOJ are mixed.  Support is at 109.00, 108.00, and 107.00 March, with resistance at 115.00, 118.00, and 122.00 March.

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About the Author

Jack Scoville is a veteran futures market analyst specializing in grains, softs, rice, oilseeds, and tropical products such as coffee and sugar. His industry contacts in South America, Europe, Asia, and North America provide him with a unique and comprehensive view of these markets. Jack began working in the futures industry over 30 years ago and spent 10 years working on the floor of the Chicago Board of Trade in various roles, starting with The PRICE Futures Group since it was established in 1988. Jack writes daily commentaries - Morning Grains and Softs, in both English and Spanish and is regularly quoted around the world by news & wire services including Dow Jones, AP, Bloomberg, and Reuters. You can contact Jack by phone at (312) 264-4322 or by email at jscoville@pricegroup.com. Learn even more on our website at www.pricegroup.com.

Futures and options trading involves substantial risk of loss and may not be suitable for everyone. The information presented by The PRICE Futures Group is from sources believed to be reliable and all information reported is subject to change without notice.

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