As the 18 Sep 2026 session wrapped up, Gooti APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cotton, clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,689 per quintal. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Cotton board.
01What Put Gooti APMC on Top Today
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,050
- Lowest Price Today₹4,511
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,689
- Reporting Mandis6
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityCotton (Bramha)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 1.8% above the period average and just 6.7% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cotton rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gooti APMC Leader | ₹9,689 |
| 2 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 4 Phirangipuram APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 5 Markapur APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Mylavaram APMC | ₹7,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cotton.
The ₹2,289 (30.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Gooti APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹10,380, with the average around ₹9,519. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹10,050 | ₹4,511 | ₹9,689 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,100 | ₹5,000 | ₹9,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,111 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,729 |
| 15 Sep | ₹10,192 | ₹4,166 | ₹9,799 |
| 11 Sep | ₹9,939 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,769 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,919 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,769 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,939 | ₹5,000 | ₹9,669 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,959 | ₹4,011 | ₹9,789 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,869 | ₹5,369 | ₹9,689 |
| 05 Sep | ₹9,961 | ₹5,211 | ₹9,769 |
| 03 Sep | ₹9,949 | ₹5,269 | ₹9,729 |
| 02 Sep | ₹10,050 | ₹5,469 | ₹9,769 |
| 01 Sep | ₹9,990 | ₹6,039 | ₹9,639 |
| 31 Aug | ₹9,970 | ₹4,419 | ₹9,619 |
| 29 Aug | ₹9,889 | ₹6,616 | ₹9,790 |
| 28 Aug | ₹9,920 | ₹3,000 | ₹9,550 |
| 27 Aug | ₹10,040 | ₹4,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 25 Aug | ₹10,040 | ₹4,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 24 Aug | ₹9,939 | ₹4,519 | ₹9,675 |
| 22 Aug | ₹9,890 | ₹5,680 | ₹9,450 |
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
Going to the top Cotton market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Sep 2026, Gooti APMC set the pace for Cotton. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.