With the 25 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Cotton was quoted at ₹8,100 per quintal in Phirangipuram APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Cotton Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,700
- Lowest Price Today₹7,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,100
- Reporting Mandis6
- Date25 Aug 2026
- CommodityCotton (Cotton (Unginned))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 0.9% above the period average and just 6.9% 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
The table below lines up Cotton rates across the markets that reported on 25 Aug 2026, so you can see where Phirangipuram APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gooti APMC Leader | ₹9,750 |
| 2 Darsi APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 3 Phirangipuram APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 4 Markapur APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Yerragondapalem APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 6 Parchur APMC | ₹7,500 |
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.
That ₹2,250 (30.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cotton fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cotton prices at Phirangipuram APMC ranged between ₹7,100 and ₹8,700, with the average around ₹8,024. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹8,700 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,100 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,700 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,100 |
| 23 Aug | ₹8,700 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,100 |
| 22 Aug | ₹8,700 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,100 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,700 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,100 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,700 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,100 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,100 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹7,400 | ₹8,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,700 | ₹7,400 | ₹8,100 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,100 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,100 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,100 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,100 |
| 09 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,100 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,900 |
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
The day's best Cotton rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Phirangipuram APMC posted this Cotton rate on 25 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.