FREMANTLE MARKET REPORT

COMMENT

Fleece 10-15 cents dearer, skirtings 10 cents dearer, open tops 10 cents dearer.

FLEECES.

The fleece market was stronger again today with prices generally 10-15 cents dearer. It was noticeable that prices softened slightly the second half of the sale to only close 5-10 cents dearer. 

The passed-in rate for fleece was at 6.5%.

SKIRTINGS

Skirtings were 10 cents dearer.

OPEN TOPS

Open tops were generally firm to 10 cents dearer.