Trade Environment

This section covers the economic factors affecting the global textile and clothing markets, including the currency market, minimum wages, inflation rates, and China's production costs.

Emerging Currencies: October 2024 (Monthly)

Emerging market currencies declined against the U.S. dollar in October amid anticipated Trump election victory. Our monthly statistical report presents a comprehensive overview of currency values in low-income nations relative to the US dollar, the euro, the British pound, the Indian rupee, the Pakistani rupee, and the Chinese renminbi over the past five years.

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Inflation in Emerging Countries (Monthly)

Inflation slows in several emerging markets amid post-COVID stabilization. Our monthly report compares inflation rates in low-cost countries, utilizing historical data dating back to 2010. 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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Our quarterly report displays a comprehensive comparison of minimum wages in emerging countries. Data are available in local currency terms and in US$, with a long-term comparison covering the past 5 years.

Our monthly report offers a statistical view of production and consumer prices in China, including in the textile and clothing sectors. Purchasing prices are also displayed, covering energy costs, textile materials, and fiber prices. Apparel retail sales are also reported.

Our quarterly report displays a comprehensive comparison of minimum wages in emerging countries. Data are available in local currency terms and in US$, with a long-term comparison covering the past 5 years.

Our monthly statistical report displays a comprehensive view of a large number of emerging currencies currencies against the USD, EUR, GBP, INR, PKR, and CNY.