Due to consistently low palm oil imports, India’s vegetable oil stocks reached a three-year low of 1.67 million metric tons in April. The Solvent Extractors’ Association of India reported that palm oil imports rose slightly to 424,599 tons in March but remained below the average of over 750,000 tons. This reduced availability may prompt India…
Palm oil prices are expected to decline as production recovers and demand weakens. In 2024, palm oil futures surged 20% due to supply disruptions in Indonesia and Malaysia. However, inventories are set to rise as buyers shift to cheaper alternatives like soybean and sunflower oils. India’s palm oil imports could drop to a five-year low,…
Due to lower export estimates, Malaysian palm oil futures fell 1.5% to below MYR 4,150 per tonne for the second consecutive session. Shipments of Malaysian palm oil products fell between 18.2% and 23% from January 1 to 20, with unfavorable currency dynamics and reduced demand in India contributing to the pressure. Global policy uncertainties, including…
