New Delhi, September 29 (NNS): Trading activity in black pepper has remained sluggish following the recent recovery. Consequently, Malabar black pepper remained unchanged at its previous closing level of Rs 765 per kg. It had recently gained Rs 5. Arrivals and prices in Kochi were reported to be at the previous day’s levels. Expectations of higher import parity from Sri Lanka could affect market sentiment. Black pepper is likely to remain sluggish in the spot market over the next one to two days.