EASTERN AUSTRALIAN MARKET REPORT

COMMENT

Fleece market dearer. Driven by competition from Chinese interests. Finer types most affected.

FLEECE

16.5 / 19.5 micron 2% dearer

20.0 / 20.5 micron fully firm

21.0 / 21.5 micron 0.5% dearer

SKIRTINGS

Generally unchanged

OPEN TOP

Tending 1% dearer for best length lots.