Ice cotton futures saw light trading volume but retained

ICE cotton futures saw light trading volume but retained value at 82.44 cents. Seasonal harvest expectations and acreage reports continue to be closely tracked for Q3 strategy alignment. While generals and admirals at the meeting wouldn't be forced to take their own physical fitness test, every member of the joint force would be required to take a physical fitness test twice a year and meet height and weight standards. The US government shutdown began on October 1, 2025, after the federal government ran out of funding. On October 3, the US Senate again failed to pass a temporary funding bill, rejecting both Democratic and Republican proposals. The shutdown has added uncertainty to financial and commodity markets. No USDA reports were released during the shutdown, delaying critical crop and export data. Analysts expect sideways market movement until the shutdown is resolved. A slight dip in ICE cotton futures to 82.25 cents was seen as profit-taking after a 5-session rally. Brokerage research notes recent buying interest from hedge funds could resume if prices hold above 81.90 cents.