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Physical Rubber prices remain flat on Friday

16 May 2026 Evaluate
Physical rubber prices held steady on Friday due to ongoing supply shortages in both domestic and global markets. Meanwhile, geopolitical instability in the Middle East and elevated oil prices have raised the production costs for synthetic alternatives, which increased the appeal of natural rubber for industrial use.

Spot prices for RSS-4 and RSS-5 variety closed unchanged at its previous closing of Rs 262/kg and Rs 258/kg, respectively.