The Economic Times

Indian rice export prices near onemonth high on firm rupee; Thai, Vietnam rates steady

Indian rice export prices rose to a near one-month high this week, supported by modest demand and a rebound in the rupee, while prices in Thailand and Vietnam remained steady. Indias 5% broken parboiled rice reached $353$359 per ton, up from last week, and white rice was at $351$356 per ton. The rupees 1% appreciation reduced exporters dollar returns.