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Sugar Prices Undercut by Brazilian Real Weakness

July NY world sugar #11 (SBN26 ) today is down -0.06 (-0.43%), and Aug London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ26 ) is up +0.20 (+0.04%). Sugar prices are mixed today, with NY sugar matching a 6-week low. Weakness in the Brazilian real is weighing on sugar prices. The real (^USDBRL...

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Crude Oil Strength Lifts Ethanol and Sugar Prices

July NY world sugar #11 (SBN26 ) today is up +0.02 (+0.14%), and Aug London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ26 ) is up +0.30 (+0.07%). Sugar prices are slightly higher today amid strength in crude oil. WTI crude oil (CLN26 ) is up more than +1% today, boosting ethanol prices...

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Man Has Perfectly Running Ford Truck For 15 Years. Then He Puts E15 Gas In It: 'I Thought Everyone Knew'

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E85 vs Petrol: How much does it cost, why is it cheaper, and who can use it?

India has launched E85 ethanol-blended fuel in Delhi, priced significantly lower than standard petrol. This move aims to reduce crude oil dependence and promote cleaner mobility. While fuel efficiency may decrease, the cost savings and planned expansion of dispensing stations are expected to drive adoption of flex-fuel technology.

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India to launch E85 fuel today in push for flex fuel mobility

India is launching E85 fuel on Friday. This is an 80-85% ethanol-blended petrol. The move aims to boost flex fuel mobility across the nation. Minister Hardeep Singh Puri will attend the launch event in New Delhi. Automakers like Maruti Suzuki and Hero MotoCorp are already introducing flex fuel vehicle variants.

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Corn Weakness Continuing on Thursday Morning

Corn price action is down 2 to 3 cents early on Thursday. Futures continued the recent slide to new lows for the move on Wednesday, down 5 to 9 cents in most contracts. July closed in on the contract low, with the December contract hitting the lowest price since February....

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Government rolling out 100 ethanol fuel stations in Delhi-NCR, Maharashtra: Hardeep Singh Puri

India is expanding its network of ethanol fuel stations across Delhi-NCR, Pune, Mumbai, and Nagpur. This initiative aims to significantly reduce the country's reliance on imported fossil fuels. The government plans to increase the number of these stations to 500 by the end of 2026 and anticipates 5,000 by 2027.…

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Hero MotoCorp shares rise 3% as firm unveils India's first 100cc flex-fuel motorcycles. Check details

Hero MotoCorp shares gained 3%, after launching India's first flex-fuel motorcycles, the Splendor+ and HF Deluxe, supporting sustainable mobility and India's transition to cleaner fuels. These 100cc bikes are compatible with E20 to E85 ethanol blends, aiming to reduce carbon footprint and crude oil imports. The company plans a phased…

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Maruti unveils India's first flex-fuel car: What is a flex fuel vehicle? How does it work? Will it cut your fuel bill? Here's all

Maruti Suzuki has introduced India's first flex-fuel passenger car. This technology allows vehicles to run on petrol or petrol-ethanol blends. It is seen as a significant step towards reducing crude oil imports. The move also aims to lower carbon emissions and enhance India's energy security. This innovation could unlock substantial…

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Petrol, diesel price hikes in India remain 'very minor' compared with global peers: Hardeep Singh Puri

India's fuel price hikes are minor globally, with the nation ranking second lowest. This stability stems from a focused energy strategy. The government balances energy security with affordability. India is promoting ethanol blending and flex-fuel vehicles. This transition is structural, accelerating cleaner energy adoption across millions of vehicles. Such moves…

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Corn Losses Continue to New Lows on Wednesday

Corn futures continued the recent slide to new lows for the move on Wednesday, down 5 to 9 cents in most contracts. July closed in on the contract low, with the December contract hitting the lowest price since February. The CmdtyView national average Cash Corn price was down 7 1/2...

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Corn Reverting from Early Gains to Midday Losses

Corn futures are falling 5 to 6 ½ vents across the front months on Wednesday. The CmdtyView national average Cash Corn price was down 6 ¼ cents at $3.98 ¼. USDA reported a private export sale of 136,000 MT of corn to South Korea this morning for 2026/27 shipment. Ahead...

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85% ethanol-ready bikes are here: Hero launches new Splendor+ and HF Deluxe; Check prices, specifications and features

Hero MotoCorp introduces India's first mass-market flex-fuel motorcycles. The Splendor+ Flex Fuel and HF Deluxe Flex Fuel can run on petrol blended with up to 85% ethanol. This launch supports India's clean mobility goals and reduces dependence on imported crude oil. These bikes will be available from July 2026, marking…

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Govt considering policy to support affordable adoption of E85 fuel: Hardeep Singh Puri

The Indian government is actively considering a policy to accelerate the affordable adoption of E85 fuel, a blend of 85% ethanol with petrol. This move follows the unveiling of India's first flex-fuel motorcycles compatible with E85, signaling a significant step in the nation's energy transition.

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This Weird Ethanol Motorcycle From India Might Make More Sense Than EVs For Half The Planet

Hero MotoCorps upcoming ethanol motorcycle could solve problems EVs still can’t fix in huge parts of the developing world.

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Maruti Suzuki to fuel India's ethanol shift with first flex-fuel car that's coming soon

India's auto sector is set for a revolution with Maruti Suzuki launching the country's first mass-market flex-fuel passenger vehicle. This move supports green mobility and reduces oil imports. The vehicle can run on petrol and ethanol blends up to 100 percent. This initiative boosts the rural economy and promotes cleaner…

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Centre withdraws draft sugarcane order after objections from states, stakeholders

The government has withdrawn the draft Sugarcane Control Order, 2026. This decision comes after receiving objections from state governments and other stakeholders. The draft aimed to replace the old order and bring ethanol and khandsari sectors under regulation. Concerns were raised about the impact on small khandsari units and farmers.…

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Corn Posts Gains on Thursday

Corn futures closed with contracts 2 ½ to 4 ¾ cent gains across the board on Thursday. The CmdtyView national average Cash Corn price was up 4 cents to $4.17. EIA data from this morning showed 1.089 million barrels per day of ethanol production in the week of 5/22, down...

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Man Reveals The Real Reason You Are Now Running Out Of Gas More Quickly. Is He Right?: ‘$40 Lasts 2 Days Now’

'It's going to be very bad.'

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Maharashtra CM Fadnavis meets Amit Shah; says "positive decision to be taken on raising MSP, ethanol quota, loan restructuring"

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis met with Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Discussions focused on the sugar industry and onion farmers. Assurances were given for increased Minimum Support Price for onions and ethanol quota. Decisions on loan restructuring are also expected. Onion procurement by NAFED will increase. Farmers are set…

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India may soon let consumers choose ethanol-blended petrol based on their cars: Report

Consumers will soon have more choices at petrol pumps across India. New ethanol-blended petrol variants like E20, E22, E25, and E30 will become available. This move aims to reduce crude oil imports and enhance energy security. Vehicle owners can select fuel based on their car's compatibility.

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Higher Brazil Sucrose Yields Weigh on Sugar Prices

July NY world sugar #11 (SBN26 ) on Wednesday closed down -0.40 (-2.75%), and Aug London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ26 ) closed down -7.10 (-1.63%). Sugar prices sold off on Wednesday, with NY sugar falling to a 1-month low and London sugar falling to a 3-week low on higher...

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Sugar Prices Fall as Brazil Ramps Up Sugar Production

July NY world sugar #11 (SBN26 ) today is down -0.38 (-2.61%), and Aug London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ26 ) is down -6.70 (-1.53%). Sugar prices are selling off today, with NY sugar falling to a 1-month low and London sugar falling to a 3-week low on higher sugar...

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Was World Sugar’s Price Weak Considering the Action in Crude Oil?

Sugar can correlate with crude oil because Brazil is the world’s leading free-market sugarcane producer, and Brazilian sugarcane is a primary ingredient in Brazilian ethanol production. Given crude oil’s price action, world sugar futures have been tame, suggesting an underlying weakness in world sugar prices.

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Sugar Prices Retreat as Crude Oil Slumps

July NY world sugar #11 (SBN26 ) on Tuesday closed down -0.16 (-1.09%), and Aug London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ26 ) closed down -5.50 (-1.24%). Sugar prices retreated on Tuesday, with NY sugar posting a 2.5-week low. Tuesday's fall in crude oil prices (CLN26 ) to a 2.5-week low...

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