Editorial Team

Inflation in Emerging Countries (Monthly)

Inflation declined in a series of low-income countries in October, reflecting higher interest rates and slowing economic activity. Our monthly report compares inflation rates in low-cost countries, with historical data available back to June 2007. The impact of currency changes vs. the US dollar, the euro, and the Sterling is also calculated to assess real terms of trade for exporters.

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US Apparel Imports in 3rd Quarter 2022: Origins (Quarterly)

US apparel imports slowed down significantly in the third quarter over a fast exit out of China benefiting low-income Asian countries. Our quarterly report covers US apparel imports per origin in the third quarter 2022. Data include volume, value, and unit value changes, with market shares in the last five years. Quarterly data covering the 2017-22 period are available for download
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Polyester Fiber & Yarn Price Comparison (Monthly)

Gross margins of polyester spun yarn producers improved in the first two weeks of November in China and india, whereas plunging in Pakistan. Our monthly report compares polyester staple fiber prices and polyester spun yarn prices in China, India, and Pakistan in both local currency terms and US$ terms. The gross margins of spinners are also calculated. Historical data back to 2007 are available for download.
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EU Clothing Imports: Origin Comparison (Quarterly)

EU clothing imports rebounded in the first half this year with sharp differences in results depending on origins and product categories. Our series of statistical tables offer a comprehensive comparison of volume, value, and unit value changes per origin and product category in H1 2022. The report also includes a detailed comparison of unit prices through a series of indexes. Unit value changes in percentage terms and market shares per category and per origin are also released. Our full table is available for download.
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EU Clothing Imports: Origin Comparison (Quarterly)

EU clothing imports rebounded in the first half this year with sharp differences in results depending on origins and product categories. Our series of statistical tables offer a comprehensive comparison of volume, value, and unit value changes per origin and product category in H1 2022. The report also includes a detailed comparison of unit prices through a series of indexes. Unit value changes in percentage terms and market shares per category and per origin are also released. Our full table is available for download.
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