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Japan futures hit 1-month low on Thai supply outlook, set for 3rd weekly loss

Grade Bbearish AI signal
Japanese rubber futures fell to a one-month low and headed for a third consecutive weekly loss as improving weather in Thailand raised expectations of increased supply while downstream demand remained subdued. The Osaka Exchange April contract dropped 0.25% to 443.9 yen per kg, while the Shanghai January contract declined 0.21% to 19,230 yuan per metric ton. Improving Thai weather and weak demand could maintain downward pressure on rubber futures, although historically high raw material prices and tight global supply may limit further declines.

Bullish strength: 30/100

  • Global rubber supply remains tight.
  • Thai domestic rubber prices remain historically elevated.
  • Butadiene rubber futures on the Shanghai exchange gained 1.64%.

Bearish strength: 70/100

  • Japanese rubber futures reached a one-month low.
  • Japanese futures are heading for a third consecutive weekly loss.
  • Improving weather in Thailand raises expectations of higher supply.
  • Downstream demand remains subdued and end-users have limited capacity to absorb high prices.

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