Editorial Team

ConventionalPolyester Market Prices in Asia (Weekly)

Amid volatile crude oil prices driven by geopolitical tensions, the polyester industry braces for a severe margin squeeze and looming production cuts. 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...

ApparelU.S. Apparel Imports in March 2026: Origins (Monthly)

The pace of decline in US apparel imports eased in March, with most supplying countries posting smaller losses than in previous months. 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...

ConventionalWool Prices In Australia and South Africa (Weekly)

Wool prices may could have signaled the top of their long-running rally this week. This report provides a detailed analysis of wool prices in both Australia and South Africa, covering a wide range of micron types. Prices are presented in Australian Dollars (AUD), US Dollars (USD), and Euros (EUR). Historical data spanning the past decade is also available for download. Read more...

ApparelEU Clothing Imports: Origin Comparison in 2025

EU clothing imports surged in volume across 2025, driven by falling prices, automation, and a redirection of Chinese trade away from the United States. Our series of statistical tables offers a comprehensive comparison of the changes in volume, value, and unit value for each origin and product category for full 2025. The report also includes a detailed comparison of unit prices through a series of indices. Changes in unit value are presented in percentage terms, along with market shares per category and per origin. Our complete table is available for download. Read more...

ApparelU.S. Apparel Imports: March 2026 (Monthly)

US apparel imports eased their decline in March, but China kept losing ground although its unit prices fell further. This report provides a comprehensive picture of monthly US apparel imports with a specific focus on shipments from China and Vietnam. The report displays import data in terms of volumes, values, and unit values. Furthermore, the report explores historical trends spanning from 2000 to 2025. Additionally, it includes an analysis of apparel crafted from cotton compared to those made from man-made fibers. Read more...