Soybean futures gain on firming global cues

 

NEW DELHI, Sept 13:  Soybean advanced by Rs 89.50 to Rs 3,524 per quintal in futures trade today following increased buying in tandem with firm global and domestic markets cues.

Marketmen said rise in soybean prices at overseas markets, triggered by increased buying against restricted supply in domestic markets, mainly supported the uptrend in futures trading.

At the National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange, soybean for most active November contract edged up by Rs 89.50, or 2.01 per cent, to Rs 3,524 per quintal, with an open interest of 1,01,670 lots.

December contract gained Rs 67.50, or 1.94 per cent, to Rs 3,553.50 per quintal in open interest of 42,390 lots.

October month’s contract also surged by Rs 62, or 1.80 per cent to Rs 3,514 per quintal in 95,730 lots. (PTI)