Physical rubber prices improved a bit on Tuesday on account of covering purchases on supply concerns.
Spot prices for RSS-4 variety improved to Rs 195.50/kg compared to its previous closing of Rs 195/kg, while RSS-5 variety closed at Rs 191.50/kg compared to its previous closing of Rs 191/kg.
In the futures market, contract of August delivery improved to Rs 194.90 compared to its previous closing of Rs 194.61, while September delivery closed at Rs 183.90 compared to its previous closing of Rs 184.32 on the National Multi Commodity Exchange (NMCE).