Fiber Prices
Yarn Prices
Apparel Prices
Trade Environment
This section covers the economic factors affecting the global textile and clothing markets, including the currency market, minimum wages, inflation rates, and China's production costs.
Inflation in Emerging Countries (Monthly)
Inflation rates have remained stubbornly elevated in a series of apparel exporting countries while rivals have experienced slower growth in consumer prices 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
China Textile & Clothing Production Costs (Monthly)
The Chinese economy apparently rebounded in the first quarter but the consumer demand remains anemic including at apparel stores and clothing exports have plunged in March Our comprehensive statistical report provides an in depth analysis of China 8217 s production costs and consumer prices with a specific emphasis on the textile and clothing sectors
Emerging Currencies: March & 1st Quarter 2024 (Monthly)
The Turkish currency continued its decline in March while the Sri Lankan rupee further strengthened amidst a highly stable Forex market 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
Our quarterly report displays a comprehensive comparison of minimum wages in emerging countries. Data are available in local currency terms and in US$, with a long-term comparison covering the past 5 years.
Our monthly report offers a statistical view of production and consumer prices in China, including in the textile and clothing sectors. Purchasing prices are also displayed, covering energy costs, textile materials, and fiber prices. Apparel retail sales are also reported.
Our quarterly report displays a comprehensive comparison of minimum wages in emerging countries. Data are available in local currency terms and in US$, with a long-term comparison covering the past 5 years.
Our monthly statistical report displays a comprehensive view of a large number of emerging currencies currencies against the USD, EUR, GBP, INR, PKR, and CNY.