Sugar prices: Surplus and global shifts

Описание: This edition of The Benchmark explores the recent decline in sugar prices, driven by global supply surpluses and weak demand from major importers like China and Indonesia. Key factors include increased production in Brazil and India, shifting import policies, and the dynamic between sugar and ethanol output in Brazil. The discussion highlights the impact of speculative trading, potential El Niño weather disruptions, and currency fluctuations on future market direction. Monitoring these elements is crucial as the industry heads into 2026.