EASTERN AUSTRALIAN MARKET REPORT

Fine wool firm. Broader merino types easier.

COMMENT

A clear market distinction for non mulesed wool with medium merino types (18.5/20.5) NM up to 5/10% above the general market level depending on quality.

FLEECE

Best 18.5 micron and finer tending slightly dearer with good competition on best specification at the new basis.

Good specification 16.0 / 18.5 firm with keenest interest in the finer end.

All 19.0 /19.5 micron 2% easier and 20.0 / 21.5 micron 3% easier

Tenders and high mid break wool just 1% easier.

SKIRTINGS

1% easier

OPEN TOP

1% easier