Global Dairy Trade (GDT)
Location: Global Dairy Trade is strategically located in Auckland, New Zealand, a nation acclaimed for its robust dairy production industry.
Financial Indicators
In the latest GDT auction, the price index rose by 4.6%, reflecting a positive trend in the dairy market. The current index stands at 1,311, with an average price of €3,794 per metric tonne. Previously, the GDT index faced a 1.6% decline, indicating some market volatility.
Important Events
The latest Global Dairy Trade auction, Event 384, held on July 15, 2025, concluded with a notable 1.1% increase in the Price Index, reversing four consecutive sessions of decline. This rise followed a significant 6.9% drop in the overall index, signaling substantial price corrections in key dairy products. Furthermore, the 385th event, held on August 5, 2025, concluded with a slight increase of 0.7% in the price index compared to the previous event, indicating a stabilization in the international dairy market after weeks of mixed movements.
Company Plans
As a vital player in the global dairy market, GDT plans to continue enhancing its auction platform to improve transparency and efficiency in dairy trading. The organization aims to expand its services and explore innovative technologies to optimize operations and offer advanced analytical tools for market participants. This strategic approach is intended to solidify GDT's position as the leading platform for dairy trade worldwide. The latest Global Dairy Trade event saw 166 participants, with 122 securing contracts, as the dairy market shows signs of stabilization.
Global Dairy Trade (GDT) has announced the appointment of Lloyd Cartwright as its new Chief Executive Officer, marking the beginning of a new leadership chapter. GDT is known for its benchmark GDT Events auctions, playing a vital role in international dairy pricing, influencing markets across Asia, including India. GDT's mission is to foster transparency and efficiency in the global dairy trade, especially significant during times of increased market volatility.
Modified: 2025/08/29
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