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Since the 24 August export-ban lift, Delhi wheat is up Rs 151 a quintal; atta, maida prices may follow
Wheat in the New Delhi mandi rose 151 rupees per quintal to 3,030 rupees between 24 August and 14 October, after the four-year export ban was lifted. Atta, maida, suji and biscuit prices may rise, though FCI stocks are at a five-year high.
- Delhi mandi wheat, 14 October
- 3,030 rupees per quintal
- up 5.24% since 24 August
- FCI wheat stock, 1 September
- 479 lakh tonnes
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Reported figures
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| Delhi mandi wheat price rise in percent: | 5.24% |
|---|---|
| FCI wheat stock as of 1 September: | 479 lakh tonnes |
| FCI wheat stock a year earlier: | 332.97 lakh tonnes |
Why it matters to operators
Wheat in the New Delhi mandi reached Rs 3,030 a quintal on 14 October, up 5.24% since 24 August, so grocers should watch atta, maida, suji and biscuit shelf prices, with FCI stocks of 479 lakh tonnes limiting the risk.
What to watch next
- Delhi mandi wheat holding above the ₹3,030 a quintal of 14 October through the Q3 FY27 results would mean mills and biscuit makers face rising input costs and may pass them on.
- FCI stock figures against the 479 lakh tonnes reported
- Government announcements of open-market wheat sales or export curbs
- Price increases on branded atta, maida or biscuits
- Mandi arrivals and daily wheat quotes in Delhi
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