Editorial Team

ApparelE.U. Clothing Imports: Latest Trends (Monthly)

EU apparel import volumes have retreated sharply in early 2026, reversing the sustained year-on-year growth recorded through 2025. The report provides monthly data on the EU-27's clothing imports, focusing on China versus the Rest of the World (RoW) and Bangladesh, with a specific distinctions between knitted and woven clothing. The data is available in both Euros and US dollars, and historical information dating back to 2014 can be downloaded. Read more...

ConventionalPolyester Market Prices in Asia (Weekly)

The conflict with Iran has destabilized the polyester chain, driving divergent price moves across intermediates and finished fibers in the past week. This report offers a detailed weekly analysis of the polyester chain, covering price trends for PX, PTA, MEG, polyester chips, along with domestic polyester fiber prices (PSF and PFY) for China, India, and Pakistan. All data is downloadable for further review. Read more...

ConventionalCotton Prices on International and Domestic Markets (Weekly)

Cotton markets surged last Monday before giving back part of their gains, caught between a potential US-China trade deal, rising crude oil prices, and a bearish production outlook for next season. This report offers a comprehensive overview of cotton futures markets in New York and China, along with international prices by country of origin. It also analyzes the domestic cotton markets in key producing and consuming nations, including China, India, Pakistan, Turkey, and Brazil. Daily and historical data are available for download. Read more...

ApparelU.S. Apparel Imports: January 2026 (Monthly)

US apparel import data for January 2026 confirm an accelerating destocking cycle, with a sharp retreat from Chinese sourcing adding to the pressure. This report provides a comprehensive picture of monthly US apparel imports with a specific focus on shipments from China and Vietnam. The report displays import data in terms of volumes, values, and unit values. Furthermore, the report explores historical trends spanning from 2000 to 2025. Additionally, it includes an analysis of apparel crafted from cotton compared to those made from man-made fibers. Read more...

ApparelInflation in Emerging Countries (Monthly)

The conflict with Iran is set to dramatically worsen inflation across emerging textile sourcing countries already under price pressure before the first strikes. 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. Read more...