Reading today's price tape for 20 Aug 2026, Fancy Bazaar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Sugar, clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,100 per quintal. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Sugar board.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Sugar Rate
A market leading on price generally points to good-quality arrivals meeting keen buying interest.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,600
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,100
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommoditySugar (Medium)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Sugar rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Sugar is about 7.1% above the period average, sitting just 8.9% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Sugar rates across active mandis for 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹5,100 |
| 2 Jaipur (Grain) APMC | ₹4,475 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Sugar.
That ₹625 (14.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Sugar fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Sugar prices at Fancy Bazaar APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹5,600, with the average around ₹4,761. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,100 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹4,750 | ₹5,120 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,100 |
| 15 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹4,750 | ₹5,120 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹4,750 | ₹5,120 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,100 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹4,750 | ₹5,120 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹4,750 | ₹5,120 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹4,750 | ₹5,120 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹4,750 | ₹5,120 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹4,700 | ₹5,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹4,750 | ₹5,120 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹4,750 | ₹5,120 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹4,750 | ₹5,120 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,550 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,550 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,550 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,550 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Sugar yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Fancy Bazaar APMC led Sugar on 20 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.