Month: December 2023

Inflation in Emerging Countries (Monthly)

Inflation remains stubbornly elevated in Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Turkey which could result in a long-term loss of competitiveness. Our monthly report compares inflation rates in low-cost countries, utilizing historical data dating back to June 2007. Furthermore, we assess the impact of currency fluctuations against the US dollar, the euro, and the British pound to gauge the real terms of trade for exporters.

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Nylon Chain Prices (Monthly)

Nylon 6 prices rose in the last few weeks in China over a surge in material costs. Our monthly report covers the latest and long-term trends in Nylon 6 (Polyamide 6) prices. The report displays a vertical view of Nylon chain prices, including benzene, caprolactam, staple fibers, and filament yarns. Furthermore, the Nylon/CPL spread is also calculated to assess the gross margin trends of filament producers. Daily prices for the past 12 months are available for download.
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India Fiber and Yarn Prices (Weekly)

Yarn prices have remained stable over the past weeks in India, helping to sustain the improved gross margins at spinning mills. Our weekly report closely tracks the price movements of various fibers in the Indian market, encompassing cotton, polyester, and viscose. Furthermore, it offers detailed insights into various yarn types, including carded and combed cotton, poly-cotton, poly-viscose, 100% polyester, and 100% viscose. The report also features export prices for cotton yarn.
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Polyester Fibers: China, India, Pakistan  (Weekly)

Polyester prices could bottom our as a result of Houthi attacks in the Red Sea. We provide a detailed explanation in our weekly report, which covers Polyester Staple Fibers (PSF) and Polyester Filament Yarns (POY, DTY, and FDY) in China, India, and Pakistan. Our report features weekly updated data presented in both local currencies and US dollars, making it convenient for easy comparisons using our extensive price tables. All of this data is available for download, providing valuable insights into the market trends and pricing dynamics for polyester fibers.
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China Textile & Clothing Production Costs (Monthly)

China's textile industry generated better results in November, while the apparel industry continued to struggle. Our comprehensive statistical report provides an in-depth analysis of China's production costs and consumer prices, with a specific emphasis on the textile and clothing sectors. We meticulously monitor labor costs in major provinces to offer a comprehensive overview of the economic landscape.
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