Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Aug 2026, Mumbai APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cashewnuts, clocking the day's best rate at ₹1,04,000 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What Put Mumbai APMC on Top Today
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,30,000
- Lowest Price Today₹78,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,04,000
- Reporting Mandis8
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityCashewnuts (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Cashewnuts about 4.0% below the period average, and just 25.7% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Cashewnuts rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Mumbai APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹1,04,000 |
| 2 Gunpur APMC | ₹26,800 |
| 3 Palasa APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 4 Tuni APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 5 Palakonda APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 6 Payakaraopeta APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 7 Madugula APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 8 Chodavaram APMC | ₹10,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
The ₹94,000 (940.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cashewnuts prices at Mumbai APMC ranged between ₹75,000 and ₹1,40,000, with the average around ₹1,08,357. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹1,30,000 | ₹78,000 | ₹1,04,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,30,000 | ₹78,000 | ₹1,04,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,30,000 | ₹78,000 | ₹1,04,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,30,000 | ₹78,000 | ₹1,04,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,30,000 | ₹78,000 | ₹1,04,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,30,000 | ₹78,000 | ₹1,04,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,30,000 | ₹78,000 | ₹1,04,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,30,000 | ₹78,000 | ₹1,04,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,30,000 | ₹78,000 | ₹1,04,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,30,000 | ₹78,000 | ₹1,04,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,30,000 | ₹78,000 | ₹1,04,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,30,000 | ₹78,000 | ₹1,04,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,30,000 | ₹78,000 | ₹1,04,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,30,000 | ₹78,000 | ₹1,04,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,30,000 | ₹78,000 | ₹1,04,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,30,000 | ₹78,000 | ₹1,04,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,30,000 | ₹78,000 | ₹1,04,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,40,000 | ₹85,000 | ₹1,12,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,40,000 | ₹85,000 | ₹1,12,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,40,000 | ₹85,000 | ₹1,12,500 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Cashewnuts, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Mumbai APMC was the market to beat for Cashewnuts on 18 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.