LATEST REPORTS
ConventionalNylon Chain Prices (Monthly)
The nylon chain is benefiting from a clear post-holiday recovery, but ample benzene supplies may cap further price increases in the weeks ahead.
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
ApparelU.S. Apparel Imports in 4th Quarter 2025: Origins (Quarterly)
The Supreme Court's reversal of emergency tariffs has reset the apparel trade landscape. Uncertainties over remaining duties, temporary measures, and existing trade agreements make this the most unpredictable sourcing environment in decades.
Our quarterly report provides comprehensive coverage of US apparel imports by origin, encompassing changes in volume, value, and unit value, along with market shares over the past five years. You can access and download quarterly data for the period from 2011
ApparelE.U. Clothing Imports in 4th Quarter 2025: Origins
The EU apparel market in Q4 2025 was defined by a Chinese volume offensive at deeply discounted prices, squeezing competitors across Asia and Turkey, while evolving US trade policy adds a further layer of unpredictability to the outlook ahead. Our comprehensive report covers the fourth quarters of 2020 to 2025 for knit, woven, and total apparel imports from outside the EU-27 area. The data includes volume, value, and unit value changes in both Euro
ConventionalTextile Fiber Price Comparison (Monthly)
Fiber prices rebounded this week on China's post-holiday restart, while wool remains the strongest performer. The report includes comparisons between cotton, polyester, viscose, nylon, wool, and acrylic, with prices displayed in US dollars per kilogram. Additionally, price indices are featured to offer a comparative view of the various fibers.
ConventionalSpun Yarn Prices: Domestic Markets (Monthly)
Yarn prices rose in most Asian markets in February, with India leading the gains and Bangladesh picking up fast.
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.
ApparelU.S. Apparel Imports in December 2025: Origins (Monthly)
While December data highlights a surge from Southeast Asian suppliers and a slump for China, new tariff caps and raw material agreements could soon alter the competitive landscape for major apparel exporters.
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
ApparelTurkey Apparel Exports in 4th Quarter 2025
Turkey's apparel exports are in sustained decline, undermined by years of high inflation, rising wages, and an insufficient currency adjustment.
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.
ConventionalPolyester Market Prices in Asia (Weekly)
Post-holiday polyester prices are expected to remain stable, supported by high crude oil prices stemming from US-Iran tensions and a recent US Supreme Court ruling on tariffs that could shift American apparel demand back to China. 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