Eastern Australian Market Report

Published August 7, 2018 by Tim Marwedel

Sales resumed in Sydney and Melbourne after a three week recess. A large weekly national offering.

  • Comment
    Most types and descriptions opened on a cautious and softer tone. The market maintained a solid level around 1% below the last sale.
  • Fleece
    Best lots 18.0 micron and finer generally firm

    All other lots 18.0 and finer 1% easier

    18.5 / 21.0 micron all 1% easier

    Some irregularity in prices across higher VM and lower yield types.

  • Skirtings
    Best style, light fault types firm.

    All others 1 / 2 % easier, especially higher VM lots.

  • Open Top
    All 1% easier.