Apparel Prices

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)

The international spun yarn market remained sluggish this week, as exporters faced weak demand, cautious buying ahead of key trade decisions, and persistent margin pressure across major sourcing countries. 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)

This week, spun yarn prices in Asia were mostly flat, with small increases in polyester yarns and weak demand keeping the rest of the market subdued. 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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Spun Yarn Prices: Domestic Markets (Weekly)

Cotton yarn prices were lifted in Pakistan by a new tax on cotton yarn imports while the surge in polyester prices in China may support PSF yarns. 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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Spun Yarn Prices: International Market (Weekly)

Cotton yarn international market shows subdued activity, reflecting cautious sentiment amid ongoing uncertainties in international trade policies.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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