India's Edible Oil Imports Rise to 10-Month High in July on Increased Purchases
India's edible oil imports reached a 10-month high in July, rising 34% from June to 1.49 million tons. Refiners increased purchases of palm oil, soyoil, and sunflower oil to replenish inventories ahead of the festival season amid tightening domestic supplies. Palm oil imports rose 50% to 733,000 tons, soyoil imports increased 32% to 501,000 tons, and sunflower oil shipments edged up 4% to 253,000 tons. These higher imports may help major producers reduce stocks and support futures prices. Official import data is expected by mid-August.
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businessstandard broke this story on 4 Aug, 04:24 am. Other outlets followed.