Jeera futures gain on demand

New Delhi, Jeera prices on Monday gained Rs 225 to Rs 15,805.00 per  quintal in futures trade as speculators increased their holdings on spot demand.

On the National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange, Jeera contracts for Decmber delivery traded higher 1.42 per cent, or Rs 225 to Rs 15,805.00 per  quintal with an open interest of 7,359 lots.

Analysts said after tracking firm physical market trend, traders raised their bets which led to rise in Jeera prices.