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US Apparel Imports in 4th Quarter 2023: Origins (Quarterly)

US apparel imports declind less significantly in the fourth quarter mainly due to base effects hiding a long term structural fall 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

Emerging Currencies: January 2024 (Monthly)

The US dollar rose against most emerging currencies in January with the likelihood of a reduction in interest rates appearing distant Our monthly statistical report presents a comprehensive overview of currency values in low income nations relative to the US dollar the euro the British pound the Indian rupee the

Minimum Wages in Apparel Manufacturing Countries

Minimum wages have been increased in low income countries as of January 1st However when factoring in inflation the minimum wages have shown minimal growth over the past nine years and in some countries they have even declined leading to social unrest as seen in Bangladesh Our report presents minimum

Emerging Currencies: December and Full 2023 (Monthly)

European currencies continued their ascent in December providing apparel exporters in emerging countries with brighter prospects Our monthly statistical report presents a comprehensive overview of currency values in low income nations relative to the US dollar the euro the British pound the Indian rupee the Pakistani rupee and the Chinese

Inflation in Emerging Countries (Monthly)

Inflation remains stubbornly elevated in Pakistan Bangladesh and Turkey which could result in a long term loss of competitiveness Our monthly report compares inflation rates in low cost countries utilizing historical data dating back to June 2007 Furthermore we assess the impact of currency fluctuations against the US dollar the