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The Latest Breaking News from Ethanol

Corn prices are down 3 to 4 cents so far on Thursday morning. Futures kicked it into rally mode into Wednesday’s close, with contracts 5 ¼ to 7 ¼ higher on the day. Preliminary open interest was up 1,613 contracts on Wednesday, with the exodus of July continuing, down 30,977...

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Does E20 petrol attract ants due to sugar residue? Here's what you need to know

India mandates E20 petrol from April 1, 2026. Viral claims suggest E20 attracts ants due to sugar. Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) refutes this, calling it baseless. Fuel-grade ethanol undergoes purification, removing sugars. Denaturants in ethanol repel insects. BPCL confirms E20 petrol does not attract ants or insects around fuel…

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IMO definition of Brazil corn ethanol carbon footprint a landmark step, producers say

The International Maritime Organization's decision to define Brazilian corn ethanol's carbon footprint at 20.8 grams CO2e per megajoule marks a significant step towards maritime transport becoming a major market for the sector.

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Corn Rallies into the Wednesday Close

Corn futures kicked it into rally mode into Wednesday’s close, with contracts 5 ¼ to 7 ¼ higher on the day. The CmdtyView national average Cash Corn price was up 6 3/4 cents at $3.90. The market will round out the week on Thursday, with Friday off in observance of...

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Sugar Prices Rise on Weak India Monsoon Rains

July NY world sugar #11 (SBN26 ) on Wednesday closed up +0.03 (+0.22%), and Aug London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ26 ) closed up +2.30 (+0.51%). Sugar prices moved higher on Wednesday for a second day amid concerns over India’s sugar crop. Late Monday, India’s Meteorological Department reported that India’s...

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Corn Posting Wednesday Strength

Corn futures are up 4 to 5 ¼ cents across most contracts on Wednesday trade. The CmdtyView national average Cash Corn price is up 4 1/4 cents at $3.87 1/4. The market will round out the week on Thursday, with Friday off in observance of Juneteenth. EIA’s weekly update showed...

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Sugar Prices Climb on Concerns Over India’s Sugar Crop

July NY world sugar #11 (SBN26 ) today is up +0.09 (+0.65%), and Aug London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ26 ) is up +2.70 (+0.60%). Sugar prices are moving higher today for a second session amid concerns over India’s sugar crop. Late Monday, India’s Meteorological Department reported that India’s cumulative...

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Sugar Prices Jump on Slack Monsoon Rain in India

July NY world sugar #11 (SBN26 ) on Tuesday closed up +0.14 (+1.02%), and Aug London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ26 ) closed up +7.50 (+1.70%). Sugar prices erased early losses on Tuesday and settled higher on concerns over India’s sugar crop. Short covering emerged in sugar after India’s Meteorological...

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Sugar Prices Rebound on India Crop Concerns

July NY world sugar #11 (SBN26 ) today is up +0.11 (+0.80%), and Aug London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ26 ) is up +6.40 (+1.45%). Sugar prices erased early losses today and moved higher on concerns over India’s sugar crop. India’s Meteorological Department reported that India’s cumulative monsoon rainfall was...

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Weakness in Crude Oil Weighs on Sugar Prices

July NY world sugar #11 (SBN26 ) on Monday closed down -0.02 (-0.15%), and Aug London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ26 ) closed down -2.20 (-0.49%). Sugar prices were under pressure on Monday, with NY sugar falling to a 1.75-month low and London sugar falling to a 2.5-week low. Monday’s...

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Sugar Prices Undercut as Crude Oil Sinks

July NY world sugar #11 (SBN26 ) today is down -0.04 (-0.29%), and Aug London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ26 ) is down -3.00 (-0.67%). Sugar prices are under pressure today, with NY sugar falling to a 1.75-month low and London sugar falling to a 2.5-week low. Today’s -5% plunge...

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Maruti Suzuki shares jump over 4%. How is the new E100 regulation triggering a surge?

Maruti Suzuki shares surged after the government approved legal recognition for 100% ethanol blend fuel (E100). This move, championed by Nitin Gadkari, aims to reduce India's import dependence and boost energy security. Maruti's recent launch of India's first flex-fuel passenger vehicle positions it as a direct beneficiary of this policy…

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Maruti Suzuki Wagon R Bioflex price revealed; India's first flex-fuel hatchback costs Rs 86,000 more than top-end petrol model

Maruti Suzuki has launched India's first flex-fuel passenger car, the Wagon R Bioflex, priced at Rs 7.24 lakh. This commercial-only variant, based on the ZXi+ petrol model, supports ethanol blends from E20 to E100. It features engineering upgrades like a recalibrated ECU and new fuel system components to align with…

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Ethanol transition can shift to "Transport Energy Backbone" to shield India from oil shocks: KPMG

India's ethanol use is evolving beyond simple blending. It is set to become a key transport energy source. This will help manage fluctuating global fuel prices. An adaptive fuel system, varied distribution, and flex-fuel vehicles are crucial. This shift aims to enhance energy security and reduce reliance on external price…

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Signed file on 100 per cent ethanol fuel rules: Nitin Gadkari says multiple companies to adopt alternative blend

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has approved 100 percent ethanol blend fuel. This move aims to significantly reduce India's import dependence on fossil fuels. Maruti Suzuki has launched a WagonR running on 100 percent ethanol. Other companies like Toyota, Suzuki, and Hyundai will soon follow. This initiative promises a viable alternative…

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Sebi approves IPOs of Bombay Coated, Bonfiglioli Transmissions and Swaraj Green Power

Sebi has approved IPO proposals of Bombay Coated and Special Steels, Bonfiglioli Transmissions and Swaraj Green Power and Fuel. The approvals underscore sustained momentum in India’s primary market, with investors showing strong interest across manufacturing, industrial and renewable energy sectors.

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Corn Falling Back Ahead of USDA Data Release

Corn price action is down 2 to 3 ¼ cents so far on Thursday morning. Futures slipped off the early gains on the Wednesday session, with July down ½ cent and other contracts fractionally to 2 1/4 cents higher. The roll out of July continues, with open interest down 38,919...

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Fueling Demand: Inside India’s ethanol mobility revolution in reverse

India is launching an ambitious green mobility initiative. The country is establishing E100 fuel stations nationwide before flex-fuel vehicles become common. This strategy aims to reduce oil imports and boost the rural economy. Major automakers are now introducing flex-fuel cars and motorcycles. This rapid development marks a significant shift in…

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Dwarikesh Sugar, Dhampur Sugar and other sugar stocks gain up to 4% after excise duty cut on ethanol-blended petrol

Sugar stocks rose sharply on Thursday after the Finance Ministry exempted several ethanol-blended petrol variants from excise duty, strengthening the outlook for India's ethanol blending programme. Investors cheered the move as it is expected to boost ethanol demand, improve earnings visibility for sugar companies, and support long-term sector growth.

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Petrol, Diesel price today changed amid excise duty relief on ethanol-blended fuel? Check latest rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other cities

Petrol, Diesel price today: Fuel prices remained stable across major Indian cities on June 11, 2026, despite the Centre's excise duty exemption on higher ethanol-blended petrol. This relief targets specific E22-E30 blends, not regular petrol, aiming to boost biofuel adoption and reduce crude oil imports. Consumers will not see immediate…

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Corn Slips Off the Highs into Wednesday’s Close

Corn futures slipped off the early gains on the Wednesday session, with July down ½ cent and other contracts fractionally to 2 1/4 cents higher. The CmdtyView national average Cash Corn price was steady at $3.86 1/4. EIA’s weekly update showed a total of 1.108 million barrels per day of...

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Sugar Prices Fall as the Brazilian Real Weakens

July NY world sugar #11 (SBN26 ) on Wednesday closed down -0.16 (-1.14%), and Aug London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ26 ) closed down -1.10 (-0.25%). Sugar prices settled lower on Wednesday, with NY sugar matching a 6-week low and London sugar posting a 1.5-week low. Weakness in the Brazilian...

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Corn Holding Firm on Wednesday

Corn futures are trading with contracts steady to 2 cents higher as July is down ¼ cent. The CmdtyView national average Cash Corn price is steady at $3.86 1/4. EIA’s weekly update showed a total of 1.108 million barrels per day of ethanol production in the week of June 5,...

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Sugar Prices Undercut by Brazilian Real Weakness

July NY world sugar #11 (SBN26 ) today is down -0.06 (-0.43%), and Aug London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ26 ) is up +0.20 (+0.04%). Sugar prices are mixed today, with NY sugar matching a 6-week low. Weakness in the Brazilian real is weighing on sugar prices. The real (^USDBRL...

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Crude Oil Strength Lifts Ethanol and Sugar Prices

July NY world sugar #11 (SBN26 ) today is up +0.02 (+0.14%), and Aug London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ26 ) is up +0.30 (+0.07%). Sugar prices are slightly higher today amid strength in crude oil. WTI crude oil (CLN26 ) is up more than +1% today, boosting ethanol prices...

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