Month: April 2025

Cotton Prices on International and Domestic Markets (Weekly)

The halt in U.S. cotton exports to China could initially depress prices, but forced shifts in Asian buying patterns, as a result of trade negotiations with Washington, should later drive a strong recovery in the market. This report examines the factors contributing to this trend, offering an in-depth analysis of cotton futures markets in New York and China, alongside international price movements by origin. The report also evaluates the domestic cotton markets in key producing and consuming nations, including China, India, Pakistan, Turkey, and Brazil. For further research and insight, daily and historical data are available for download, providing a valuable resource for stakeholders in the cotton industry.

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Polyester Chain Prices in Asia (Weekly)

China's polyester industry faces urgent production cuts to stem the tide of surging inventories and plummeting margins, as it is now trapped between steady material costs and collapsing demand. This report provides a comprehensive weekly analysis of the vertical polyester chain, offering detailed insights into price trends for key components such as paraxylene (PX), purified terephthalic acid (PTA), monoethylene glycol (MEG), polyester chips, staple fiber, and filament yarn. In addition to the analysis, the report includes domestic price data for both China and India, ensuring a broad regional perspective. All data is available for users to download for further review and analysis.
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China Textile & Clothing Production Costs (Monthly)

China's manufacturing rebound and stronger apparel sales hint at a fragile recovery, yet deepening producer price declines reveal persistent overcapacity, creating a temporary window of opportunity for European buyers before protectionist barriers tighten. Our comprehensive statistical report offers an in-depth analysis of China's production costs and consumer prices, focusing on the textile and clothing sectors. The report includes historical data on producer prices, purchasing prices, consumer prices, PMI surveys, and apparel exports.
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Textile Fiber Price Comparison (Weekly)

Fiber prices stabilize slightly after tariff delay, but remain sharply lower than a month ago amid continued weakness in China. Our weekly report provides a detailed analysis of benchmark indicators within the textile fiber market. The report includes comparisons between cotton, polyester, viscose, nylon, wool, and acrylic, with prices displayed in US dollars per kilogram. Additionally, price indices are featured to offer a comparative view of the various fibers.
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Wool Prices In Australia and South Africa (Weekly)

A rebound in the Australian dollar has depressed demand in Australia where sales to predominant China could dwindle over US tariff impact. This report provides a detailed analysis of wool prices in both Australia and South Africa, covering a wide range of micron types. Prices are presented in Australian Dollars (AUD), US Dollars (USD), and Euros (EUR). Historical data spanning the past decade is also available for download. Additionally, Responsible Wool Standard (RWS) prices are accessible for South African markets.
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