China to introduce qualified overseas traders for cotton futures

China’s Zhengzhou Commodity Exchange said it will promote the introduction of qualified overseas traders in the trading of cotton futures.

The exchange listed the goal in a recently-issued white paper on cotton futures.

As the world’s largest producer, consumer and exporter of textile, China listed cotton futures on the exchange in June 2004 to help cotton-related enterprises hedge the price risk. Since 2004, a daily average of 144,000 lots (5 tonnes per lot) have been traded.

The exchange said it will seek further opening up to increase its international influence, study international regulations and rules on cotton futures, and seek to involve overseas traders.

Currently, overseas traders participate in the trading of crude oil, iron ores and PTA futures.

Statistics show that China produced over 6 million tonnes of cotton last year.

Courtesy: Xinhua

Recent Posts

Deven Supercriticals unveils waterless dyeing technology

Deven Supercriticals has unveiled the commercial-scale operation of SUPRAUNO, marking a major milestone in the transition toward sustainable textile dyeing.

14 hours ago

G-Star Raw, Agbobly launch innovative corseted denim

G-Star Raw has collaborated alongside Jacques Agbobly to introduce a women’s low-rise flare jean with a detachable corset.

14 hours ago

Boss to debut degradable polyester yarn at the Australian Open

German fashion brand Boss is set to showcase an innovative degradable recycled polyester yarn, NovaPoly, in its tennis kits worn…

14 hours ago

Mercedes-Benz to use sustainable leather alternative for vehicle interiors

Mercedes-Benz AG has launched Tomorrow XX designed to accelerate decarbonisation, responsible resource use and circularity across the entire lifecycle of…

2 days ago

İHKİB to support digital transition in apparel supply chain

İHKİB has launched a new initiative to help apparel manufacturers respond to growing global demands for traceability, low-carbon production and…

2 days ago

Advance Denim, Lenzing launch authentic denim with TENCEL Lyocell HV100

Advance Denim has partnered with Lenzing Group to redefine eco-conscious denim with the adoption of TENCEL Lyocell, HV100 by securing…

2 days ago