Editorial Team

ApparelVietnam Apparel Exports in 4th Quarter 2025

Vietnam is emerging as one of the clear winners of the current reshuffling of global apparel sourcing, with gains on both sides of the Atlantic. Our report offers a comprehensive view of Vietnam's apparel exports in the third quarter of 2025, in volume, value, and unit values per destination. Shipments are covered over the last four years. Knit, woven, and total apparel exports are separately published. All data are available for download. Read more...

ConventionalLinen Fiber and Yarn Prices (Monthly)

While flax prices have finally found a moment of calm after a volatile year, shifting global demands and hidden supply constraints suggest the linen market is already bracing for its next big disruption.. Our report provides an in-depth analysis of international market prices, including detailed insights into China's flax fiber import prices and linen yarn export prices. The report also includes China's import and export data, presented in both volume and value terms, and is available for download. Additionally, we offer historical data spanning the past 15 years for a comprehensive market perspective. Read more...

ConventionalPolyester Market Prices in Asia (Weekly)

Polyester chain prices held firm last week despite falling crude oil prices, as supply tightening began to drive the market. This report offers a detailed weekly analysis of the polyester chain, covering price trends for PX, PTA, MEG, polyester chips, along with domestic polyester fiber prices (PSF and PFY) for China, India, and Pakistan. All data is downloadable for further review. Read more...

ConventionalCotton Prices on International and Domestic Markets (Weekly)

Cotton prices have surged across all major markets this week, with the rally now broadening beyond New York to encompass China, India, and Pakistan. This report offers a comprehensive overview of cotton futures markets in New York and China, along with international prices by country of origin. It also analyzes the domestic cotton markets in key producing and consuming nations, including China, India, Pakistan, Turkey, and Brazil. Daily and historical data are available for download. Read more...

ApparelInflation in Emerging Countries (Monthly)

The Iran war is pushing energy costs sharply higher across Asia, threatening a sustained inflation surge in emerging economies that could compress exporter margins, weaken currencies, and trigger a broader economic slowdown. 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. Read more...