The price of tuna in Thailand remains stagnant, while the market in Ecuador continues to strengthen.

Published 2025년 9월 8일

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Core tip: Entering September, the global raw tuna market remains in a delicate state of play. Skipjack prices in Bangkok, Thailand, are maintaining in a stable range, but large transactions are yet to be seen, while the Manta market in Ecuador continues to be strong. With the multiple influences of fishing conditions, tariff policies, and regional management meetings, the September market is full of uncertainties.

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Bangkok: Price Stalemate Continues, Major Canned Tuna Factories Remain Cautious According to industry sources, the raw tuna (bonito) prices in Bangkok, Thailand, for the 36th week (September 1-7) remained stable, with small-scale canned tuna factories purchasing at around $1,600 per ton (CFR Bangkok). However, major processing factories are still holding back, with no large orders being concluded. Traders hoped to start September negotiations at $1,650 per ton, but major buyers were unwilling to follow, leading to a market stalemate. Analysts pointed out that due to a slight improvement in recent Western-Central Pacific fishing conditions, some factories hope to further observe and wait for clearer signals before deciding on their purchasing pace. Manta: FAD Closure Boosts Prices, Yellowfin Trades Actively In contrast to the cautious stance in Thailand, the market in Manta, Ecuador, continues to maintain its strength. Some bonito prices reached $1,700 per ton (FOB), already ...
Source: Foodmate

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