Month: July 2024

U.S. Apparel Imports: May 2024 (Monthly)

U.S. apparel imports stagnated in volumes in May, while values fell more significantly due to a sharp decline in unit prices. Our 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 2024. Additionally, it includes an analysis of apparel crafted from cotton compared to those made from man-made fibers.
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Cotton Prices on International and Domestic Markets (Weekly)

Cotton futures in New York declined further last week, but they remained stable in local markets in Asia. This report covers the cotton futures markets in New York and China, as well as international prices by origin and domestic markets in China, India, Pakistan, Turkey, and Brazil. Additionally, we provide access to daily and historical data for download.
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Cotton & Polyester Price Comparison (Monthly)

Cotton prices fell further in June in the three leading textile countries in Asia, while Polyester Staple Fiber (PSF) followed different trends. Our monthly report offers a detailed comparison of average cotton and PSF prices in China, India, and Pakistan, providing insights into both current and historical trends in the price disparity between cotton and polyester. It includes historical data covering the last 15 years, available for download.
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Minimum Wages in Apparel Manufacturing Countries

Minimum wages could be progressively replaced by 'Living Wages' after the concept was officially adopted by the International Labor Organization (ILO) a few weeks ago. Our report presents minimum wages in low-cost apparel manufacturing countries in Asia from 2015 to 2024, both in local currency and US$ terms. Real wages have been calculated, and we provide a 9-year comparison in local currency terms, 2015 US$ terms, and nominal US$ terms. You can download the data for your reference.
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Emerging Currencies: June & 1st Half 2024 (Monthly)

Most emerging market currencies fell in the first half of the year against the US dollar, providing a boost to exporters. 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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