Yarn Price Comparison

We provide a comparison of cotton fiber and yarn prices in China, India, and Pakistan. Market indicators are released on a monthly basis, covering the past 15 years in both local currencies and US dollars.

We display the price difference between yarn and fiber to assess how gross margins have evolved in these three countries.

Our Yarn Price Comparison database features weekly and monthly prices, comparing domestic yarn markets in China, India, and Pakistan. It covers 100% cotton, 100% polyester, and 100% viscose. Prices are available in local currency units and in US dollars over an 8-year period.

Spun Yarn Prices: International Market (Weekly)

India’s cotton yarn exports saw slight price increases, Pakistan’s exports declined across most categories, and China’s cotton yarn imports remained stable but continued their year-over-year downward trend. The report details the latest and long-term trends in the international yarn market, focusing on 100% cotton in China, India, and Pakistan. The report highlights various counts in both carded and combed cotton categories.

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Spun Yarn Prices: Domestic Markets (Weekly)

While cotton and polyester yarn markets remain under pressure in most regions, Bangladesh continues to show resilience, and viscose yarn emerges as the strongest performer, particularly in Pakistan. To compare market trends across these four countries, we have selected benchmark indicators, including 30s carded cotton knitting and 40s combed cotton knitting, polyester-cotton, 100% polyester, and 100% viscose. All data are available for download.

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Cotton Fiber & Yarn Price Comparison (Monthly)

Cotton fiber prices have continued their downward trajectory across China, India, and Pakistan, while yarn prices have remained relatively stable, leading to a modest recovery in the cotton-to-yarn spread, though challenges persist, particularly in Pakistan where margins remain compressed. Our report compares the prices of cotton fiber and yarn in China, India, and Pakistan for both previous months and the current month. It provides a comprehensive and up-to-date perspective on the yarn/fiber spreads in each country. Gross margins of domestic spinners are presented on a monthly basis. The historical data goes back 17 years and is avaiable for download.

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Spun Yarn Prices: International Market (Weekly)

In the past week, international cotton yarn markets remained subdued amid falling cotton prices, cautious demand, and selective buying patterns. The report details the latest and long-term trends in the international yarn market, focusing on 100% cotton in China, India, and Pakistan. The report highlights various counts in both carded and combed cotton categories.

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