Building Content
Over the years, we have developed a comprehensive and reliable body of content. Discover our Methodology.
Information Sources
Selecting Reliable Sources
A wide range of sources
Our data collection methodology is built on a foundation of diverse and reliable information sources, ensuring comprehensive market coverage and accuracy.
- Open Sources: Providing a broad spectrum of reliable data from publicly available market information and industry publications
- Data Suppliers: Engaged in daily contact with Asian markets with collaborations spanning 10 to 15 years, ensuring deep market insights and trusted relationships
- Price Panels: Compiling price offers from a selection of key suppliers in the textile industry, giving us direct access to real-time market pricing dynamics
Benchmark Indicators
Choosing the Most Relevant Price Data
Over the years, we have curated hundreds of Benchmark Indicators, enabling our subscribers to track the latest market trends effectively. These carefully selected indicators serve as essential reference points for understanding market movements and making informed business decisions.
Our benchmark indicators cover key commodities and materials across the textile supply chain, including cotton futures, polyester chain prices, wool prices, and various synthetic and natural fiber markets.
Building Historical Data
Our selection of product prices is guided by customer requests, enabling us to align with market realities and compile historical data spanning up to 20 years.
This extensive historical database provides:
- Long-term trend analysis capabilities
- Seasonal pattern identification
- Market cycle understanding
- Comprehensive price evolution tracking
- Context for current market conditions
By maintaining two decades of historical data, we enable our clients to make informed decisions based on proven market patterns and validated long-term trends.
Shifting to a Sustainable World
Monitoring Sustainable Markets Systematically
Over the last five years, we have developed a comprehensive view of sustainable markets, including both the fiber and spun yarn sectors.
Our sustainable market coverage includes:
- Recycled polyester staple fibers (PSF) pricing and market dynamics
- Virgin fiber comparisons and sustainability premiums
- Certification cost tracking and analysis
- Market adoption trends across different regions
- Supply chain transparency indicators
Sustainable Market Intelligence
As the textile industry transitions toward sustainability, our data helps companies navigate the evolving landscape of recycled materials, sustainable fibers, and eco-friendly production methods. We track price differentials, market acceptance, and the economic viability of sustainable alternatives.