Displaying items by tag: Wool prices

New Zealand's strong wool sector is in the doldrums, with record low prices and little hope on the horizon.

Published in General News
Friday, 04 December 2015 13:46

Wool generally steady

A versatile and stylish South Island selection on offer this week saw most types well supported, despite a slightly firmer NZ dollar, says NZ Wool Services International's chief executive John Dawson.

Published in General News
Thursday, 19 November 2015 15:52

Wool finally on the up

New Zealand Wool Services International's chief executive John Dawson says a slightly easier NZ dollar and limited wool volumes combined with steadier enquiry, saw most categories well supported.

Published in Markets
Friday, 06 November 2015 12:03

Firmer prices for better wools

The 5100 bales of South Island wools on offer this week through the Wool Services International auction saw strong competition and a 90.5% clearance.

Published in Markets
Thursday, 22 October 2015 16:54

Wool continues to soften

New Zealand Wool Services International Limited's marketing executive, Malcolm Ching, reports that wool prices have continued to decline.

Published in Markets
Friday, 09 October 2015 10:08

Stronger dollar lowers wool prices

New Zealand Wool Services International CEO John Dawson says the strengthened New Zealand dollar has negatively impacted at this week's South Island sale with most types easing in local terms.

Published in Markets
Thursday, 24 September 2015 16:17

Steady support for wool market

John Dawson, CEO of NZWSI, reports that the South Island sale this week saw a strong market with steady support.

Published in Markets
Wednesday, 05 August 2015 09:29

Lower dollar puts more in growers’ pockets

The lower dollar will put extra money in wool growers’ pockets but volatility in demand from China can be expected, say wool market experts.

Published in Agribusiness
Friday, 08 May 2015 16:00

Wool prices bounce

A weaker New Zealand dollar, limited wool volumes and renewed client interest, combined to lift local prices across the board says NZWSI general manager, John Dawson.

Published in Markets
Friday, 15 August 2014 11:15

Competition for wool still solid

THE NORTH Island auction this week comprised 8,315 bales, of which there was a clearance of 95%, John Dawson. New Zealand Wool Services International Ltd's general manager reports

Published in General News
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