EASTERN AUSTRALIAN MARKET REPORT

COMMENT

Another strong market result with all types and descriptions closing dearer and trending upwards at the close of the sale. The Chinese sector dominated.

FLEECE

All descriptions opened 1% dearer but closed as much as 2% higher on the day.

18.0 micron and broader were most affected and the more inferior types were in greater demand than the better specification wools.  

SKIRTINGS

Up to 2% dearer for the better low VM skirtings.

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17.5 micron and finer fully firm

18.5 micron and broader 2% dearer.