- Indian prices remain stable since end-Aug’25
- US tags dip but remain well above global levels
Global rice export prices remained steady in the week ending 7 September 2025, with movements limited to a narrow range. Notably, the United States (US) saw a minor price correction after reaching a record high in the week before.
As per a weekly market analysis of indicative FOB prices, Indian material held firm at $380/tonne (t), with stability continuing from the week ending 31 August. This consistency in pricing is a recurring feature of the Indian market and reflects the nation’s robust supply and firm export policies.
Meanwhile, Thailand’s prices saw a slight uptick of $2/t w-o-w to $372/t from $370/t, while Vietnam experienced a modest decline of $10/t to $383/t from $393/t. Pakistan saw a minor $6/t correction, with prices easing to $351/t from $357/t.
Additionally, US rice prices eased to $600/t on 7 September after surging to an all-time high of $601/t on 31 August. Despite the minor drop, US prices remain significantly higher than their Asian counterparts, a reflection of differing market dynamics and domestic production costs.
The overall stability in Asian markets follows a period of mixed trends in late August, where prices in Vietnam, Pakistan, and Myanmar had seen more significant declines. The current data suggests a more balanced market as new harvest seasons approach and supply chains adjust to global demand.
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