Editorial Team

ConventionalNylon Chain Prices (Monthly)

The nylon chain is benefiting from a clear post-holiday recovery, but ample benzene supplies may cap further price increases in the weeks ahead. Our monthly report covers the latest and long-term trends in Nylon 6 (Polyamide 6) prices. The report displays a vertical view of Nylon chain prices, including benzene, caprolactam, staple fibers, and filament yarns. Furthermore, the Nylon/CPL spread is also calculated to assess the gross margin trends of filament producers. Daily prices for the past 12 months are available for download. Read more...

ApparelU.S. Apparel Imports in 4th Quarter 2025: Origins (Quarterly)

The Supreme Court's reversal of emergency tariffs has reset the apparel trade landscape. Uncertainties over remaining duties, temporary measures, and existing trade agreements make this the most unpredictable sourcing environment in decades. Our quarterly report provides comprehensive coverage of US apparel imports by origin, encompassing changes in volume, value, and unit value, along with market shares over the past five years. You can access and download quarterly data for the period from 2011 to 2025. Read more...

ApparelE.U. Clothing Imports in 4th Quarter 2025: Origins

The EU apparel market in Q4 2025 was defined by a Chinese volume offensive at deeply discounted prices, squeezing competitors across Asia and Turkey, while evolving US trade policy adds a further layer of unpredictability to the outlook ahead. Our comprehensive report covers the fourth 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. Read more...

ApparelU.S. Apparel Imports in December 2025: Origins (Monthly)

While December data highlights a surge from Southeast Asian suppliers and a slump for China, new tariff caps and raw material agreements could soon alter the competitive landscape for major apparel exporters. This monthly report reviews U.S. apparel imports by country of origin and underscores the importance of tracking month to month movements amid sharp shifts and volatility in U.S. trade policy. The analysis covers volumes, values, and unit values, with year over year comparisons for the latest months available. Read more...

ApparelTurkey Apparel Exports in 4th Quarter 2025

Turkey's apparel exports are in sustained decline, undermined by years of high inflation, rising wages, and an insufficient currency adjustment. This quarterly report provides a comprehensive overview of China's apparel export performance, examining key metrics such as volume, value, and unit values for each destination over the past four years. Detailed reports on knit, woven, and total apparel exports are presented separately, with all data readily available for download. Read more...