LATEST REPORTS
ConventionalNylon Chain Prices (Monthly)
Nylon chain prices fell in May, due to a deep drop in raw material costs combined with weak downstream textile demand.
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
ApparelChina Apparel Exports in 1st Quarter 2026
China's latest customs data confirms falling unit prices, stagnant shipments to traditional markets, and a successful redirection of trade toward emerging economies.
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.
ApparelU.S. Apparel Imports in Q1 2026: China vs. RoW (Quarterly)
US apparel imports from China plunged by more than 40% in volume during the first quarter due to elevated tariffs, though the long-term impact varies wildly across product lines.
Our quarterly report compares US apparel imports from China with shipments from the Rest of the World (RoW) for every category of products in volume, value, and unit value terms. Historical data cover the first quarters from 2021 to 2026.
ConventionalCashmere Fiber and Yarn Prices (Quarterly)
Cashmere raw material prices in China have opened the new procurement season at sharply higher levels, with the Kelan index up more than a quarter since the middle of last yea.
Our report offers an overall picture of short-term and long-term trends in the cashmere market, including China's exports of fibers, with details on volume, value, and unit prices. Additionally, Italy's cashmere imports from China have been displayed. Historical data covering the last
ConventionalPolyester Market Prices in Asia (Weekly)
Expectations of a US-Iran peace agreement are pulling down crude oil and polyester prices as the market prepares for a post-war period.
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.
ConventionalCotton Prices on International and Domestic Markets (Weekly)
Global cotton prices are falling sharply as improving weather and resistance from spinners bring a swift end to the recent market rally.
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.
ConventionalWool Prices In Australia and South Africa (Weekly)
Wool prices rose slightly in Australia and held firm in South Africa this week, as strong demand for cheap wool offset early losses in the expensive fine wool sector. 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
ConventionalSpun Yarn Prices: Domestic Markets (Monthly)
Sharply higher fiber prices are squeezing profit margins for most Asian yarn producers, though Indian spinners continue to benefit from strong export demand.
To compare market trends across these four countries, we have selected benchmark indicators, including 30s carded cotton knitting and 40s combed cotton knitting, polyester-cotton, 100% polyester, and 100% viscose. All data are available for download.