The home markets are reported strong. London quotes Gold Kiling at 8'734.
RAW SILK,—Business during the earlier part of the week was restricted, sellers holding back, but at the close some large transactions have taken place, marking a considerable advance on opening rates.
YELLOW SILK.—Settlements of Meinyang are reported to the extent of 1/200 bales.
Arrivals as per Customs Returns are: 2,924 bales White, 64 Yellow and 637 Wild Silk.
HAND FILATURES.—Have been dealt in to extent of about 300 bales at higher rates.
STEAM FILATURES.—Have been in strong demand for all markets, many owners, however, refuse to sell on the basis of present rates.
WASTE SILK.—There is a little more enquiry for New Season's Waste. Buyers and Sellers ideas of values are getting somewhat closer.
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