Editorial Team

Apparel Exports in Asia (Monthly Report)

The first half of 2025 marked a shift in global apparel trade, with China’s exports stagnating under tariff pressure, Turkey facing sharper declines, and Southeast Asian countries gaining ground as US buyers actively redirected sourcing. This monthly report presents a series of statistical tables detailing apparel exports from Asian countries in Knit apparel (HS 61) and woven apparel (HS 62).
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Polyester Chain Prices in Asia (Weekly)

The polyester chain is entering a firmer phase, with stable crude oil, tighter PX and PTA supply, and high Chinese operating rates setting the stage for a seasonal demand-led recovery. This report offers a detailed weekly analysis of the polyester chain, covering price trends for PX, PTA, MEG, polyester chips, staple fiber, and filament yarn, along with domestic data for China and India. All data is downloadable for further review.
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EU Clothing Imports in 2nd Quarter 2025: Origins

EU buyers took advantage of a weaker euro to increase apparel imports in the second quarter of 2025, with China gaining ground, Bangladesh losing share in woven clothing, and Vietnam benefiting from trade preferences. Our comprehensive report covers the second quarters of 2020 to 2025 for knit, woven, and total apparel imports from outside the EU-27 area. The data includes volume, value, and unit value changes in both Euro and US dollar terms. Full data are available for download.
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Spun Yarn Prices: Domestic Markets (Monthly)

Cotton yarn prices have begun to decline in South Asia, particularly in Southern India, following the adverse impact of increased US tariffs. 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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US Apparel Imports in 2nd Quarter 2025: Categories (Quarterly)

U.S. apparel imports in the second quarter of 2025 revealed sharp contrasts between cotton and man-made fibers, shaped by shifting sourcing patterns and Bangladesh’s growing influence. Our report encompasses US apparel imports within each category from the second quarter of 2020 to 2025. The data includes information on volume, value, and unit values over the past five years. Quarterly data spanning from 2011 to 2025 are available for download.
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