Editorial Team

U.S. Apparel Imports: May 2025 (Monthly)

U.S. apparel imports fell significantly in May following Liberation Day, with imports from China more than halved amid steep tariff hikes and widespread order cancellations across Asia. 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.
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Inflation in Emerging Countries (Monthly)

Most emerging economies saw further progress in controlling inflation in june, with South Asia leading the improvement, China edging out of deflation, and Turkey still facing the steepest price pressures. 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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Apparel Exports in Asia (New Monthly Report)

China’s apparel exports to the United States declined sharply in April and May, while shipments to Europe rose significantly. Other Asian countries benefited from the shift in U.S. sourcing away from China and from stock replenishment ahead of new Trump-era tariffs. This new report presents a series of statistical tables detailing apparel exports from China, India, Indonesia, Vietnam, Bangladesh, and Pakistan. Knit apparel (HS 61) and woven apparel (HS 62) are analyzed separately.
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Cotton Prices on International and Domestic Markets (Weekly)

The cotton market is being pulled in opposite directions, with China’s economic rebound supporting prices while U.S. trade tensions and regional demand shifts add uncertainty across Asia. This report explores the drivers behind the downturn, analyzing futures trends in New York and China, international price movements by origin, and domestic markets in China, India, Pakistan, Turkey, and Brazil. Daily and historical data are available for download.
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Textile Fiber Price Comparison (Weekly)

Despite prevailing uncertainty, the fiber market shows resilience, with strategic production cuts and subsidies helping to steady prices. 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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