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Monday, August 20th, 2018
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Polyester Chain Prices: PX, PTA, MEG and Fiber Prices (Weekly Report)
20 August 2018 - Raw material costs of polyester fiber producers have continued soaring in the last seven days in the Far East, with PX and PTA markets eventually experiencing a double digit surge in the past four weeks. Polyester fiber producers have also sharply risen in the meantime ahead of a seasonal rebound of demand in September. Our weekly report covers the polyester chain in Asia, including PX (paraxylene), PTA (purified terephthalic acid), MEG (mono-ethylene glycol), polyester chips, and polyester staple and filament prices. Asian Contract Prices (ACPs) are also available for the PX, PTA and MEG markets in Asia, with 5-year charts and downloadable historical data.
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Inflation in Emerging Countries (Monthly Report)
20 August 2018 - Turkey’s currency crisis shows no signs of relief, as inflation reaches once again a record high level and policy makers avoid raising interest rates. Inflation has steadily risen in July in various apparel producing countries, in turn also inflating apparel production costs. Our monthly report offers a comparison of inflation rates in low-cost countries, with historical data available back to June 2007. Impact of currency changes vs the US dollar, the euro and the Sterling is also calculated to assess real terms of trade for exporters.
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Cotton Prices on International and Domestic Markets (Weekly Report)
20 August 2018 - Cotton prices have dramatically fallen in the last week in New York, reflecting usual August volatility but also a lack of support from financial investors apparently convinced that prices will further drop below 80 cents. Cotton prices have also plunged in Pakistan where arrivals from the new crop could further depress cotton rates. Our weekly cotton report covers the international futures market in New York and China, and the physical indicator "A Index". Domestic cotton prices in China, India and Pakistan are also reviewed through a large number of tables and charts. All data are available for download.
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Wool Prices in Australia (Weekly Report)
17 August 2018 - Wool prices have further surged in the last days in Australia with the market indicator reaching a new record level in local currency terms. Our report delivers a comprehensive view of wool prices in Australia, with a long list of micron types in A$, US$ and euro terms. Historical charts are also available, such as downloadable historical data. Links to weekly market reports in New Zealand and South Africa are provided.
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Yarn Price Comparison: China vs India and Pakistan (Weekly Report)
16 August 2018 - Polyester staple fiber and yarn prices have been raised in the last seven days in China and Pakistan, in line with a sharp increase of PSF prices in both countries. Cotton and viscose fiber and yarn prices have moved into different directions depending the country. Our yarn comparison report offers a comprehensive view of 30s or 32s carded yarns in China, India and Pakistan, in local currency and US$ terms on a weekly basis over the last 12 months. 100% cotton, 100% polyester and 100% viscose are being covered with all data available for download.
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Viscose Staple Fiber and Spun Yarn Prices (Weekly Report)
16 August 2018 - Viscose fiber prices have indeed rebounded, as staple fiber prices have risen for the second week in a row. Spinners have now also reacted to this trend and raised their price offers in Qianqing. Our weekly report covers the viscose/rayon staple fiber and filament markets over the last 12 months. Viscose spun yarn prices in China, India and Pakistan are also available. Cotton linter, cotton pulp and wood pulp prices on domestic and import markets are being tracked over the last 12 months, in addition.
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China Textile & Clothing Production Costs (Country Report)
16 August 2018 - Production costs in China rose only modestly in July, amid slow improvements of operating conditions. Fuel and power costs have grown at a high rate, contributing the major share to overall cost increases. Market sentiment has worsened in the meantime. Our statistical report offers a comprehensive view of production costs and consumer prices in China, including in textile and clothing sectors. Labor costs in major provinces are also being followed.
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Polyester Fiber Prices in China, India and Pakistan (Weekly Report)
15 August 2018 - Polyester fiber prices have again risen in China, with raw material costs continuing to surge. PSF has now crossed the 10,000 yuan per metric ton mark. In Pakistan, staple fiber prices are up for the first time in weeks. Our weekly report covers the Polyester Staple Fiber (PSF) on the domestic markets in China, India, and Pakistan. Polyester filament prices in China are also released, whereas the report includes a price comparison of polyester with cotton and viscose in China.
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Tuesday, August 21st, 2018
PRICE DATABASEPolyester staple fiber prices have today continued surging in China, with the 1.4D PSF price rising 300 yuan per MT in a single day: Polyester Staple Fibers (PSF) in China.
Wool prices have today retreated back to lower level after sharply increasing in the last week: Australia's Regional Indicators in US$ Cents.
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Textile Fiber Price Comparison (Monthly Report)
21 August 2018 - Cotton prices have heavily fallen in the past four weeks whereas polyester prices were sharply rising in the meantime. Textile fiber prices are much dearer than a year ago, reflecting rising demand and stagnating production. Prices may therefore stay at high levels or even further increase, as analysed in our monthly report. Our tables and charts offer a 12-month price comparison of most used textile fibers, including cotton, polyester, viscose, wool, acrylic and nylon, all being available for download on a weekly basis through our historical csv file.
China Yarn Prices: Domestic and Import Markets (Weekly Report)
21 August 2018 - Spun polyester prices and polyester-cotton prices are sharply rising in China, over a surge of polyester staple fiber prices. Spinners have however been unable to increase their offers in line with the jump in their material costs meaning that margins have been reduced and that yarn prices could be further raised in the coming days. Our weekly report covers the China yarn domestic and import market indicators, as well as local market prices in Qianqing and Shaoxing (Zhejiang). Prices of a large number of counts are released for spun cotton, polyester, viscose and blends. Import prices are also available for yarns from India, Indonesia, Pakistan, and Vietnam. Domestic and import yarn prices are compared. All data are available for download.
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Wednesday, August 22nd, 2018
PRICE DATABASESpun polyester, polyester-cotton and polyester-viscose prices have been further raised today in China, in line with the surge of polyester staple fiber prices : China Spun Yarn Prices: Qiangqing's Market (Zhejiang) .
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Polyester Fiber Prices in China, India and Pakistan (Weekly Report)
22 August 2018 - Polyester fiber prices have continued surging in the last seven days in China where PSF prices have gained more than 10% in a single week. The spectacular rally has been triggered by a surge of PTA prices in the Far East which could now return to lower levels. Our weekly report covers the Polyester Staple Fiber (PSF) on the domestic markets in China, India, and Pakistan. Polyester filament prices in China are also released, whereas the report includes a price comparison of polyester with cotton and viscose in China.
India Yarn Prices: Domestic and Export Markets (Weekly Report)
22 August 2018 - Cotton yarn export prices are further falling in India, in line with their current decline on the international market. Cotton prices are however staying unchanged in the country by contrast with their fall on the international market and in Pakistan. Our review of Indian yarn prices covers the domestic and export markets, including carded and combed cotton, poly-cotton, poly-viscose, 100% polyester and 100% viscose. Yarn prices are compared with fiber prices offering latest trends of spinners' margins. Market fundamentals are available on a monthly basis, including production and exports.
Recycled Polyester Prices in China (Quarterly Report)
22 August 2018 - Recycled polyester staple fiber and filament prices in China surged over the last month, in line with the boost across the virgin polyester chain. A shortage in raw materials, such as PET bottle flakes, added to the upward pressure on prices. Our report covers the price development of recycled polyester PSF and POY in China (Qianqing) over the past 2 years. Prices are also compared with those of virgin (un-recycled) PSF prices for more information. Weekly prices as well as indices over 3-month and 2-year periods are available for download.
Pakistan Yarn Prices: Domestic and Export Markets (Weekly Report)
22 August 2018 - Yarn prices have stayed unchanged in the last days in Pakistan with Eid-ul-Azha holidays in full swing. With cotton prices now falling, the yarn market could follow the same way in the coming period. Demand is however depressed from Far Eastern customers, our Pakistan correspondent reports. Our weekly review offers a comprehensive picture of the domestic and export yarn markets in Pakistan, with cotton yarns, polyester-cotton, polyester-viscose, polyester spun and viscose spun prices being covered. All these weekly data are available for download over a 12-month period.
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Thursday, August 23rd, 2018
PRICE DATABASEWool prices have this week fallen in Australia, after last week rebounding: Wool Prices : Australia's Auction Market / US$ Terms.
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U.S. Apparel Imports: Latest and Long-Term Trends (Monthly Report)
23 August 2018 - US apparel imports have stagnated in June, with unit prices progressively rising at a faster pace over the long term. Shipments from China have slightly dropped in the first half whereas Vietnamese imports were slowing down with US demand shifting to poorest countries. Our monthly review covers US apparel import data, with historical trends being analyzed over the 2000-2018 period including cotton vs man-made fiber apparel, and China vs Rest of World (RoW) and vs Vietnam.
Yarn Price Comparison: China vs India and Pakistan (Weekly Report)
23 August 2018 - Polyester fiber and spun yarn prices have continued soaring in the last seven days on China's polyester market. The sharp increase of the past weeks has not yet been transmitted to India and Pakistan partly due to a series of holidays. Cotton and viscose markets have remained much quieter in the past days. Our yarn comparison report offers a comprehensive view of 30s or 32s carded yarns in China, India and Pakistan, in local currency and US$ terms on a weekly basis over the last 12 months. 100% cotton, 100% polyester and 100% viscose are being covered with all data available for download.
Viscose Staple Fiber and Spun Yarn Prices (Weekly Report)
23 August 2018 - Viscose prices have further risen in the last days in China, although very slightly. The jump of polyester fiber prices may have supported demand for viscose whereas yarn production could now rebound. Our weekly report covers the viscose/rayon staple fiber and filament markets over the last 12 months. Viscose spun yarn prices in China, India and Pakistan are also available. Cotton linter, cotton pulp and wood pulp prices on domestic and import markets are being tracked over the last 12 months, in addition.
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Friday, August 24th, 2018
PRICE DATABASECotton yarn prices have continued to fall in the past days on the international market, as reflected by import prices in dollar terms in China: China Cotton Yarn Import Prices: India v. Pakistan, Vietnam, Uzbekistan and Indonesia.
Viscose prices have begun today surging in China, probably due to the sharp rise of polyester fiber prices offering some strong support to demand from spinners: Viscose Staple Fiber Price in China: 3-Month Index.
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E.U. Clothing Imports: Latest and Long-Term Trends (Monthly Report)
24 August 2018 - EU's clothing imports from China have heavily plunged in June after already losing ground in May, as a result of significantly higher unit prices in dollar terms. Imports from Bangladesh have continued surging in the meantime, over a fall of unit values. The weakness of the euro and the Sterling could now depress European clothing imports. Our report covers monthly EU clothing import data, with historical trends being analyzed, and a specific focus on China vs Rest of World (RoW) and Bangladesh, and on knit vs woven clothing. Data are supplied in euro and in US dollars with historical data available for download, back to January 2000.
Wool Prices in Australia (Weekly Report)
24 August 2018 - Wool prices have retreated back to lower levels this week in Australia, after surging in the previous week, as a clear sign of the new market volatility. The fall of the Australian over the political crisis in the country has not supported demand which could now be reluctant in accepting such historically high prices. Our report delivers a comprehensive view of wool prices in Australia, with a long list of micron types in A$, US$ and euro terms. Historical charts are also available, such as downloadable historical data. Links to weekly market reports in New Zealand and South Africa are provided.
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Monday, August 27th, 2018
PRICE DATABASEPTA prices have today stopped rising in China, although paraxylene prices have further surged in the Far East: Polyester Chain: Crude Oil, Naphtha, Mixed Xylenes, Paraxylene, PTA, MEG, Polyester Chips and Polyester Staple Fibers and Filament Yarns.
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Polyester Chain Prices: PX, PTA, MEG and Fiber Prices (Weekly Report)
27 August 2018 - The polyester chain is experiencing a very fast and sharp increase of prices in China after PTA producers have dramatically raised their offers in the last four weeks. Downward fiber, spun yarn and filament fabric producers are however confronted with a fall of their margins which could end in a sharp drop of demand for polyester intermediates and a sudden decline of prices in the polyester chain. Our weekly report covers the polyester chain in Asia, including PX (paraxylene), PTA (purified terephthalic acid), MEG (mono-ethylene glycol), polyester chips, and polyester staple and filament prices. Asian Contract Prices (ACPs) are also available for the PX, PTA and MEG markets in Asia, with 5-year charts and downloadable historical data.
Cotton Prices on International and Domestic Markets (Weekly Report)
27 August 2018 - Cotton prices have resisted above 80 cents in the last week in New York, when other products were falling on commodity markets as a result of the trade war between the United States and China. Cotton prices have also remained stable on the domestic markets in China, India and Pakistan. Our weekly cotton report covers the international futures market in New York and China, and the physical indicator "A Index". Domestic cotton prices in China, India and Pakistan are also reviewed through a large number of tables and charts. All data are available for download.
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Tuesday, August 28th, 2018
PRICE DATABASEPTA futures have sharply rebounded in the last two days in China, whereas PTA spot prices were further increasing, as a clear sign that polyester prices could continue rising: China PTA Futures Market: CZCE in Zhengzhou.
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US Apparel Imports in 1st Quarter 2018: Origins (Statistical Report)
28 August 2018 - US apparel imports have heavily fallen from China in the second quarter with a few low-cost countries benefiting from a return by US buyers to a more diversified portfolio of sources. Bangladesh and Cambodia are primarily taking advantage from the shift in demand. Unit values have risen in most origins in the first half, as reflected by our data series. Our quarterly and annual report details shipments to U.S. market per origin, with volume and value changes, market shares, and unit value variations in the last five years. 1st quarter data covering the 2011-2018 period are available for download.
China Yarn Prices: Domestic and Import Markets (Weekly Report)
28 August 2018 - Spun polyester prices rose further last week in China, slightly raising spinners’ margins, although they remain low due to the continuous surge of polyester fiber prices. Viscose spinners in Qianqing have raised their price offers in response to the rebounding viscose fiber industry. Our weekly report covers the China yarn domestic and import market indicators, as well as local market prices in Qianqing and Shaoxing (Zhejiang). Prices of a large number of counts are released for spun cotton, polyester, viscose and blends. Import prices are also available for yarns from India, Indonesia, Pakistan, and Vietnam. Domestic and import yarn prices are compared. All data are available for download.
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Wednesday, August 29th, 2018
PRICE DATABASECotton yarn prices have heavily fallen in the last seven days in Pakistan whereas polyester fiber and spun yarn prices were surging: Spun Yarn Prices in Pakistan (price database).
Viscose fiber prices have continued today rising in China: Viscose Staple Fiber Price in China (daily update).
Wool prices have today recovered in local currency terms in Australia whereas less clearly rising in dollar terms and falling in euro terms: Wool Prices in Australia (price database).
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Polyester Fiber Prices in China, India and Pakistan (Weekly Report)
29 August 2018 - Polyester fiber prices have further surged in the last seven days in China and Pakistan triggering a new increase of spun polyester prices. PTA prices have continued surging but could now stop rising, which would mean the end of the polyester rally and a possible fall of fiber prices in September. Our weekly report covers the Polyester Staple Fiber (PSF) on the domestic markets in China, India, and Pakistan. Polyester filament prices in China are also released, whereas the report includes a price comparison of polyester with cotton and viscose in China.
Pakistan Yarn Prices: Domestic and Export Markets (Weekly Report)
29 August 2018 - Cotton yarn prices have sharply dropped on the domestic market in Pakistan whereas rising on export markets. Polyester fiber prices have surged in line with the rebound of Chinese offers, pushing up spun polyester prices, our Pakistan correspondent reports. Our weekly review offers a comprehensive picture of the domestic and export yarn markets in Pakistan, with cotton yarns, polyester-cotton, polyester-viscose, polyester spun and viscose spun prices being covered. All these weekly data are available for download over a 12-month period.
India Yarn Prices: Domestic and Export Markets (Weekly Report)
29 August 2018 - Spun yarn prices have risen across the board in the last seven days in India. As raw material prices have stayed stable, spinners’ margins have slightly increased. Cotton availability is expected to decline ahead of the new season, potentially raising prices in the coming weeks. Our review of Indian yarn prices covers the domestic and export markets, including carded and combed cotton, poly-cotton, poly-viscose, 100% polyester and 100% viscose. Yarn prices are compared with fiber prices offering latest trends of spinners' margins. Market fundamentals are available on a monthly basis, including production and exports.
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Friday, August 31st, 2018
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Nylon/Polyamide and Caprolactam Market Prices in China (Monthly Report)
31 August 2018 - Nylon 6 prices have begun bottoming out in China, over a seasonal rebound of demand and higher material costs. Availability of benzene and caprolactam is relatively tight in Asia currently. Additional 25% tariffs at US borders targeting a large number of nylon chain products as of September could however limit the rise of prices. Our monthly report covers the latest and long-term trends of nylon 6 (polyamide 6) prices, also displaying a vertical view of the nylon chain prices, including benzene, caprolactam, staple fibers and filament yarns. The nylon/CPL spread is also calculated for assessing gross margin trends of filament producers. Daily prices of the past 12 months are available for download.
Spandex and PTMEG Prices in China (Monthly Report)
31 August 2018 - Spandex prices have continued declining in August in China, over a lack of demand from textile producers and lower raw material costs. The seasonal rebound of textile production in China should support prices in September. Our monthly report covers spandex and PTMEG prices on the domestic Chinese market, with gross margin trends at spandex plants on a weekly basis. Daily data over the last 12 months and monthly average prices over 8 years are available for download.
Wool Prices in Australia (Weekly Report)
31 August 2018 - Wool prices have been supported by sales of superfine wool in Sydney this week, resulting in higher prices in A$ terms. The fall of the Australian currency has also helped selling, with prices moving into different directions depending on micron categories in dollar terms.. Our report delivers a comprehensive view of wool prices in Australia, with a long list of micron types in A$, US$ and euro terms. Historical charts are also available, such as downloadable historical data. Links to weekly market reports in New Zealand and South Africa are provided.
EU Clothing Imports in 2nd Quarter and 1st Half 2018: Origins (Statistical Report)
30 August 2018 - Chinese shipments to EU's clothing market have dramatically fallen in the second quarter this year, whereas imports from Bangladesh were again surging and therefore taking the lead in volume terms. Unit prices have dropped in euro terms, however significantly rising in US$ terms which could limit the recovery of the European market in the coming months. Turkey, Pakistan, Indonesia and Myanmar are three other winners, as reflected by our comprehensive review covering the second quarter and the first half 2018 per origin. A large number of statistical tables are released, with volume, value and unit value changes in both euro and US$ terms. The first half and second quarter tables are also available for download from 2013-2018.
Viscose Staple Fiber and Spun Yarn Prices (Weekly Report)
30 August 2018 - Viscose fiber prices in China have experienced their largest weekly jump in months, now reaching a price not seen since last November. Spinners have reacted by raising their price offers. Our weekly report covers the viscose/rayon staple fiber and filament markets over the last 12 months. Viscose spun yarn prices in China, India and Pakistan are also available. Cotton linter, cotton pulp and wood pulp prices on domestic and import markets are being tracked over the last 12 months, in addition.
Yarn Price Comparison: China vs India and Pakistan (Weekly Report)
30 August 2018 - Spun polyester prices have continued rising in the last seven days in China and Pakistan over a new surge of fiber prices. On the cotton and viscose markets, fiber and yarn prices have moved differently in China, India and Pakistan. Our yarn comparison report offers a comprehensive view of 30s or 32s carded yarns in China, India and Pakistan, in local currency and US$ terms on a weekly basis over the last 12 months. 100% cotton, 100% polyester and 100% viscose are being covered with all data available for download.
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Monday, September 3rd, 2018
PRICE DATABASEPolyester staple fiber prices have eventually returned back to their level five years ago, after a two-and-a-half year decline followed by a recovery as of January 2016 and a sudden surge in the past month.
Crude Oil vs. Paraxylene, PTA, MEG and PSF: 5-Year Index (database chart) PRICE REPORTS
Currency Trends in Emerging Countries: August 2018 (Monthly Report)
3 September 2018 - Most emerging currencies have depreciated in August, as a result of a still bullish dollar, rising oil prices as well as potential contagion from Turkey’s currency crisis. China’s central bank has meanwhile announced to keep a tighter grip on its exchange rate. Our monthly statistical report covers the past two years and displays a comprehensive view of currency values against the US dollar but also v. the euro, the British pound, the Indian and Pak rupees, and the Chinese renminbi over a 2-year period.
Polyester Chain Prices: PX, PTA, MEG and Fiber Prices (Weekly Report)
3 September 2018 - Polyester chain prices have continued rising in the past week, with the paraxylene prices once more surging. September ACPs prices have been set at sharply higher levels by paraxylene producers and their leading customers of the PTA industry in Asia. Downward chip and fiber prices have been far from rising at the same pace than spot PTA and MEG prices. Our weekly report covers the polyester chain in Asia, including PX (paraxylene), PTA (purified terephthalic acid), MEG (mono-ethylene glycol), polyester chips, and polyester staple and filament prices. Asian Contract Prices (ACPs) are also available for the PX, PTA and MEG markets in Asia, with 5-year charts and downloadable historical data.
Cotton Prices on International and Domestic Markets (Weekly Report)
3 September 2018 - Cotton prices have resisted any new decline in the past week and could stay firm at their relatively high levels. Demand from China remains strong and will continue rising whereas the recent surge of polyester prices could also support demand for cotton and therefore maintain cotton prices at high levels. Our weekly cotton report covers the international futures market in New York and China, and the physical indicator "A Index". Domestic cotton prices in China, India and Pakistan are also reviewed through a large number of tables and charts. All data are available for download.
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Tuesday, September 4th, 2018
PRICE DATABASECotton yarn export prices have sharply dropped in the last seven days in India, over a new fall of the indian rupee and a lack of demand from the Turkish market.
Yarn Prices on the International Market (database table) PRICE REPORTS
Cotton and Polyester Price Comparison: China, India and Pakistan (Monthly Report)
4 September 2018 - The surge of polyester prices in August in China has resulted in a sharp fall of the cotton/PSF spread in the country, offering a strong support to cotton use to the detriment of polyester. PSF prices have also surged in Pakistan with the same consequences in sight. Our monthly report delivers a comparative view of the average cotton and polyester prices in China, India and Pakistan, including the latest and historical trends of cotton/polyester price difference. Our charts cover the past 5-year period. Full historical data covering the past 10 years are available for download.
China Yarn Prices: Domestic and Import Markets (Weekly Report)
4 September 2018 - Spun viscose and polyester prices have sharply increased in the last seven days in China, in line with the surge of fiber prices. Gross margins have even bottomed out after being reduced by the sudden increase of PSF and VSF prices. Our weekly report covers the China yarn domestic and import market indicators, as well as local market prices in Qianqing and Shaoxing (Zhejiang). Prices of a large number of counts are released for spun cotton, polyester, viscose and blends. Import prices are also available for yarns from India, Indonesia, Pakistan, and Vietnam. Domestic and import yarn prices are compared. All data are available for download.
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Wednesday, September 5th, 2018
PRICE DATABASEPolyester staple fiber prices have been further raised in Pakistan, boosting spun polyester prices to higher levels. Cotton yarn prices have fallen by contrast.
Pakistan Yarn Market: Price DataBase (database table) PRICE REPORTS
Polyester Fiber Prices in China, India and Pakistan (Weekly Report)
5 September 2018 - Polyester staple fiber prices have further risen in the last seven days in China and Pakistan, even surging in India after staying stable in August. With raw material costs of PSF and filament producers expected to remain very firm in the coming period, polyester fiber prices are not expected to fall and could even continue rising. Our weekly report covers the Polyester Staple Fiber (PSF) on the domestic markets in China, India, and Pakistan. Polyester filament prices in China are also released, whereas the report includes a price comparison of polyester with cotton and viscose in China.
Pakistan Yarn Prices: Domestic and Export Markets (Weekly Report)
5 September 2018 - Spun polyester prices have been further raised in Pakistan after PSF prices have continued surging. Cotton fiber and yarn prices have fallen by contrast, our Pakistan correspondent reports. Our weekly review offers a comprehensive picture of the domestic and export yarn markets in Pakistan, with cotton yarns, polyester-cotton, polyester-viscose, polyester spun and viscose spun prices being covered. All these weekly data are available for download over a 12-month period.
India Yarn Prices: Domestic and Export Markets (Weekly Report)
5 September 2018 - Yarn prices have significantly risen in India on both cotton and polyester markets. Cotton prices have however dropped whereas PSF prices were surging. Cotton yarn export prices have plunged over a sharp decline of the rupee. Our review of Indian yarn prices covers the domestic and export markets, including carded and combed cotton, poly-cotton, poly-viscose, 100% polyester and 100% viscose. Yarn prices are compared with fiber prices offering latest trends of spinners' margins. Market fundamentals are available on a monthly basis, including production and exports.
US Apparel Imports in 2nd Quarter and 1st Half 2018: Categories (Statistical Report)
5 September 2018 - US cotton apparel imports hve begun bottoming out in volume terms in the second quarter this year whereas imports of man-made apparel have stagnated after rising for years. The structural and long-term shift from cotton to polyester could now lose steam, partly due to sharp variations in fiber price trends, as reflected by our detailed analysis of US apparel imports per category. Our series of statistical tables offer a comprehensive view of volume, value and unit value changes, compared with previous quarters and years in 2012-18. Full data are available for downloading into a comprehensive table.
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Thursday, September 6th, 2018
PRICE DATABASEPolyester staple fiber prices have begun stabilizing in China, no more moving for the last three days.
Polyester Staple Price in China: Last 3 Months (database chart) PRICE REPORTS
Viscose Staple Fiber and Spun Yarn Prices (Weekly Report)
6 September 2018 - Viscose fiber prices have continued rising in the last seven days in China and Pakistan with 100% viscose yarns and polyester-viscose yarn prices more sharply increasing in the meantime. Our weekly report covers the viscose/rayon staple fiber and filament markets over the last 12 months. Viscose spun yarn prices in China, India and Pakistan are also available. Cotton linter, cotton pulp and wood pulp prices on domestic and import markets are being tracked over the last 12 months, in addition.
Yarn Price Comparison: China vs India and Pakistan (Weekly Report)
6 September 2018 - Spun polyester prices have risen in the last seven days in India and Pakistan after PSF prices have been further raised in both countries. Prices have stabilized in China by contrast. Viscose and cotton yarn markets have also experienced price variations in the meantime. Our yarn comparison report offers a comprehensive view of 30s or 32s carded yarns in China, India and Pakistan, in local currency and US$ terms on a weekly basis over the last 12 months. 100% cotton, 100% polyester and 100% viscose are being covered with all data available for download.
US Apparel Imports in 1st Half 2018: China vs. Rest of World (Statistical Report)
6 September 2018 - Although punitive US tariffs do not target Chinese apparel yet, the leading supplier has lost shares of the US apparel import market in the first half, due to the weakness in US demand for man-made fiber apparel. In many categories however, Chinese exporters have been able to improve their market shares, reflecting very different results depending on products. This is reflected by our statistical review comparing US apparel imports from China with shipments from Rest of the World (RoW) for every category of products, in volume, value and unit value terms. Historical data cover the past five years, from 1st Half 2013-2018.
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Friday, September 7th, 2018
PRICE DATABASEOur US and EU clothing import price database has been updated covering the first half of 2018
Apparel Import Price Database PRICE REPORTS
Cotton Fiber & Yarn Price Comparison: China vs. India and Pakistan (Monthly Report)
7 September 2018 - Cotton fiber prices have heavily fallen in August in Pakistan whereas spinners were raising their offers with margins therefore rebounding for a while. India and China have experienced quieter trends ahead of the arrival of their new crops this autumn. Our monthly report compares cotton fiber and yarn prices in China, India and Pakistan, offering a comprehensive view of the yarn/fiber spreads in the three countries. These gross margins of domestic spinners are displayed on a monthly basis with 10-year historical data available for download.
Wool Prices in Australia (Weekly Report)
7 September 2018 - Wool prices have dropped this week in Australia, as a new fall of the domestic currency has not supported sales. The current drought in the country is further cutting domestic wool production and potentially supporting prices at their currently high levels. Our report delivers a comprehensive view of wool prices in Australia, with a long list of micron types in A$, US$ and euro terms. Historical charts are also available, such as downloadable historical data. Links to weekly market reports in New Zealand and South Africa are provided.
Goose and Duck Down Prices in China (Quarterly Report)
7 September 2018 - Down prices have continued rising in the last months, over a lack of production and a surge of demand from domestic and export markets. The 25% additional US tariffs on Chinese shipments should not depress these market trends, primarily boosted by the growth of filled jacket production in China. Benchmark goose and duck down prices are available for standard GB-T14272-2011 with tables and charts offering a clear view of latest trends in China. 9-year historical data are available for download.
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Monday, September 10th, 2018
PRICE DATABASECotton futures are rebounding in New York, as hurricane Florence is upgraded to category 4
New York Cotton Futures (daily updated database table) PRICE REPORTS
Polyester Chain Prices: PX, PTA, MEG and Fiber Prices (Weekly Report)
10 September 2018 - Polyester intermediate prices have stopped rising in the Far East, over a weaker seasonal demand than expected. The recent surge of prices has resulted in lower sales than usual in this part of the year. Prices could now stabilize or fall to lower levels, depending on the ability of spinners and weavers to pass their higher costs on to their customers. Our weekly report covers the polyester chain in Asia, including PX (paraxylene), PTA (purified terephthalic acid), MEG (mono-ethylene glycol), polyester chips, and polyester staple and filament prices. Asian Contract Prices (ACPs) are also available for the PX, PTA and MEG markets in Asia, with 5-year charts and downloadable historical data.
Cotton Prices on International and Domestic Markets (Weekly Report)
10 September 2018 - Global cotton stocks are forecasted to decline further than expected in the current season, primarily due to a reduction in China, according to the latest analysis by the ICAC. Meanwhile, international cotton prices remained firm, despite a volatile trading situation. Our weekly cotton report covers the international futures market in New York and China, and the physical indicator "A Index". Domestic cotton prices in China, India and Pakistan are also reviewed through a large number of tables and charts. All data are available for download.
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Tuesday, September 11th, 2018
PRICE DATABASESpun yarn prices have risen across the board in the last seven days in India, over a jump of polyester staple fiber prices and a fall of the rupee currently boosting exports.
Yarn prices in India (daily updated database table) PRICE REPORTS
China Yarn Prices: Domestic and Import Markets (Weekly Report)
11 September 2018 - Spun yarn prices have stabilized in the last week in China, in line with end of the rally in polyester fiber markets. As the surge of polyester intermediate prices finally reversed, pressure at downstream fiber plants is lifted to an extent. Our weekly report covers the China yarn domestic and import market indicators, as well as local market prices in Qianqing and Shaoxing (Zhejiang). Prices of a large number of counts are released for spun cotton, polyester, viscose and blends. Import prices are also available for yarns from India, Indonesia, Pakistan, and Vietnam. Domestic and import yarn prices are compared. All data are available for download.
Polyester Fiber & Yarn Price Comparison: China vs. India and Pakistan (Monthly Report)
11 September 2018 - Spinners have been able to sharply raise their prices in the past month in China, after PSF prices have soared to significantly higher levels. Margins have similarly resisted in India and Pakistan, as a clear sign that demand has remained strong whatever the jump of ram material costs in the polyester textile industry. Our monthly report compares polyester staple fiber and polyester spun yarn prices in China, India and Pakistan, in both local currency terms and US$ terms. Gross margins of spinners are also calculated on a monthly basis. Historical data back to 2007 are available for download.
EU Clothing Imports in 2nd Quarter and 1st Half 2018: Categories (Quarterly Report)
11 September 2018 - T-shirt and pullover imports to the European Union have recovered in the second quarter this year from the same period in 2017, partly due to significantly lower prices in exporting countries, in euro terms. Suit and trouser categories have also been strong whereas other HS import categories have ignored the overall rebound. Statistical tables are published with volume, value and unit value changes in euro and US$ terms, covering 61 and 62 HS chapters (knit and woven clothing). The full table is also available for download with historical data from second quarter 2013.
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Wednesday, September 12th, 2018
PRICE DATABASEPolyester filament yarn prices have stopped rising in China with even a small number of products slightly declining in Qianqing:
Polyester Filament Prices in China: Qianqing Market (weekly updated table) PRICE REPORTS
Polyester Fiber Prices in China, India and Pakistan (Weekly Report)
12 September 2018 - Polyester staple fiber prices have begun today declining in China for the first time in weeks. Polyester prices had previously stayed frozen after suddenly surging 30% in a very short period of time by historical standards. The seasonal rebound of China's textile production in this period of the year should limit any fall of polyester prices. Our weekly report covers the Polyester Staple Fiber (PSF) on the domestic markets in China, India, and Pakistan. Polyester filament prices in China are also released, whereas the report includes a price comparison of polyester with cotton and viscose in China.
Pakistan Yarn Prices: Domestic and Export Markets (Weekly Report)
12 September 2018 - Cotton yarn prices have continued falling in the last seven days in Pakistan although cotton fiber prices have rebounded, our Pakistan correspondent reports. PSF prices have been further raised on the domestic market, whatever the fall of intermediate prices in the Far East. Our weekly review offers a comprehensive picture of the domestic and export yarn markets in Pakistan, with cotton yarns, polyester-cotton, polyester-viscose, polyester spun and viscose spun prices being covered. All these weekly data are available for download over a 12-month period.
India Yarn Prices: Domestic and Export Markets (Weekly Report)
12 September 2018 - Spun yarn prices are rising across the board in India, in line with a new increase of fiber prices. The sharp fall of the rupee is possibly boosting exports, and therefore supporting domestic fiber and yarn prices on the cotton market. Our review of Indian yarn prices covers the domestic and export markets, including carded and combed cotton, poly-cotton, poly-viscose, 100% polyester and 100% viscose. Yarn prices are compared with fiber prices offering latest trends of spinners' margins. Market fundamentals are available on a monthly basis, including production and exports.
U.S. Apparel Imports: Latest and Long-Term Trends (Monthly Report)
12 September 2018 - Unit prices of US apparel imports are now rising at a higher pace, as a clear sign that production costs are no more under control in Asia. Only a strong dollar has until now limited the rise in prices, but any fall of the American currency later this year could boost export prices in dollar terms. Our monthly review covers US apparel import data, with historical trends being analyzed over the 2000-2018 period including cotton vs man-made fiber apparel, and China vs Rest of World (RoW) and vs Vietnam.
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Thursday, September 13th, 2018
PRICE DATABASEPolyester Staple Fiber prices have today declined for the second consecutive day in China, as a confirmation of the new downward trend.
Viscose Staple Fiber and Spun Yarn Prices (Weekly Report)
13 September 2018 - Viscose fiber prices have stayed unchanged in the last seven days in China after previously rebounding. Viscose prices have also remained stable in Pakistan. Any decline of VSF prices in the coming period should be limited. Our weekly report covers the viscose/rayon staple fiber and filament markets over the last 12 months. Viscose spun yarn prices in China, India and Pakistan are also available. Cotton linter, cotton pulp and wood pulp prices on domestic and import markets are being tracked over the last 12 months, in addition.
Yarn Price Comparison: China vs India and Pakistan (Weekly Report)
13 September 2018 - Fiber and yarn prices are currently moving into different directions depending on countries and products. If prices are now dropping on the polyester market in China, they have further risen in the last seven days in India and Pakistan. Our yarn comparison report offers a comprehensive view of 30s or 32s carded yarns in China, India and Pakistan, in local currency and US$ terms on a weekly basis over the last 12 months. 100% cotton, 100% polyester and 100% viscose are being covered with all data available for download.
Mohair Fiber Prices (Quarterly Report)
13 September 2018 - Mohair prices have further surged in the past months in South Africa, being boosted by the dramatic fall of the rand and relatively tight supply as a result of the drought affecting the country. Demand remains also strong from fiber exporters, reflecting the rebound in mohair use at textile plants. Our quarterly report covers the different market categories in South Africa, including kids, young, adults. Historical data back to 2007 are available for download, including all sales by Cape Mohair in Port Elisabeth, South Africa.
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Friday, September 14th, 2018
PRICE DATABASEIf polyester prices have surged in the last three months, other fibers have not significantly moved by contrast, with acrylic fibers even dropping.
Textile fiber comparison: 3-month Index (database chart) PRICE REPORTS
U.S. Apparel Imports in 1st Half 2018: China vs. India, Indonesia, Vietnam, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Mexico and Honduras
14 September 2018 - US apparel imports have stagnated in the first half overall with this average result hiding sharp differences depending on product categories and origins. Suppliers are obviously finding it difficult to further lower their prices with US demand slowing down in volume terms, as a consequence. If China's share is receding, results are very contrasted amid categories whereas other countries like Indonesia are retreating on most segments. Our series of statistical tables offer a comprehensive comparison of volume, value and unit value changes per origin and product category in 1st half 2018. The report also includes a detailed comparison of Chinese price trends vs other origins, through a series of indexes. Unit value changes in percentage terms and market shares per category and per origin are also released. Our full table is available for download.
Textile Fiber Price Comparison (Monthly Report)
14 September 2018 - Cotton prices have stabilized in the past four weeks in New York, whereas polyester prices were surging in China, by contrast. Viscose has somewhat recovered for a while, whereas wool prices were declining in US$ terms. Our tables and charts offer a 12-month price comparison of most used textile fibers, including cotton, polyester, viscose, wool, acrylic and nylon, all being available for download on a weekly basis through our historical csv file.
Wool Prices in Australia (Weekly Report)
14 September 2018 - Wool prices have this week slightly recovered in Australia, as market participants were busy following the annual wool conference in Nanjing. Low offer and strong demand could continue supporting prices in the coming weeks and months. Our report delivers a comprehensive view of wool prices in Australia, with a long list of micron types in A$, US$ and euro terms. Historical charts are also available, such as downloadable historical data. Links to weekly market reports in New Zealand and South Africa are provided.
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Monday, September 17th, 2018
PRICE DATABASEPTA prices have today plunged in China, losing more than 5% in a single day. PTA prices had previously surged and today's fall reflects the increasing volatility of the polyester chain
Polyester intermediate prices in China (database table)Polyester chain prices in the Far East (database table)
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Polyester Chain Prices: PX, PTA, MEG and Fiber Prices (Weekly Report)
17 September 2018 - PTA prices have this Monday plunged in China, over a lack of demand and whatever the fall of operating rates at PTA plants. Textile production has actually been reduced by the surge of raw material costs. Demand could however rebound over strong seasonal trends, once polyester fiber prices will have returned to lower levels, as a clear sign that price volatility could stay for weeks. Our weekly report covers the polyester chain in Asia, including PX (paraxylene), PTA (purified terephthalic acid), MEG (mono-ethylene glycol), polyester chips, and polyester staple and filament prices. Asian Contract Prices (ACPs) are also available for the PX, PTA and MEG markets in Asia, with 5-year charts and downloadable historical data.
Cotton Prices on International and Domestic Markets (Weekly Report)
17 September 2018 - Cotton prices have stayed unchanged in the last week, with a firm support above 81 cents per lb in New York. Sharply stronger demand from China, but also from Vietnam, Bangladesh and Indonesia should maintain prices at relatively high levels in the current season, as production will slightly drop and stocks will again plunge in China, according to just released USDA data. Our weekly cotton report covers the international futures market in New York and China, and the physical indicator "A Index". Domestic cotton prices in China, India and Pakistan are also reviewed through a large number of tables and charts. All data are available for download.
China Textile & Clothing Production Costs (Country Report)
17 September 2018 - Production prices in China have more significantly risen at textile and clothing plants in August, due to a sharp increase of fuel and chemical fiber prices. Overall production costs have however further decelerated in China's manufacturing sector, reflecting a slowing down economic growth. Our statistical report offers a comprehensive view of production costs and consumer prices in China, including in textile and clothing sectors. Labor costs in major provinces are also being followed.
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Tuesday, September 18th, 2018
PRICE DATABASEPTA prices have continued sharply dropping today in China, having lost 14% in a single week. Polyester stale fiber and filament yarn prices have further declined, although much less significantly
Polyester Staple fiber Prices in China (database table)
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China Yarn Prices: Domestic and Import Markets (Weekly Report)
18 September 2018 - Spun polyester prices have begun falling in the last seven days in China, in line with the decline of polyester staple fiber prices on the domestic market. 100% PSF yarns have lost 300 to 500 yuan in Qianqing from recent peak levels. Our weekly report covers the China yarn domestic and import market indicators, as well as local market prices in Qianqing and Shaoxing (Zhejiang). Prices of a large number of counts are released for spun cotton, polyester, viscose and blends. Import prices are also available for yarns from India, Indonesia, Pakistan, and Vietnam. Domestic and import yarn prices are compared. All data are available for download.
EU Clothing Imports in 2nd Quarter and 1st Half 2018 Markets (Quarterly Report)
18 September 2018 - EU's clothing imports have moved into very different ways in the second quarter and the first half this year, depending on markets. When unit values of clothing imports have surged, like in Spain or the UK, shipments in volume terms have dropped. In France by contrast, lower unit prices have resulted in significantly larger shipments from a year earlier. Our 5-year data from second quarter 2013 reflect long-term trends of European Union clothing markets, offering a comprehensive review of the European Union imports per destination. Our statistical report provides volume, value and unit value changes released in both euro and US$ terms. The full table is available for download.
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Wednesday, September 19th, 2018
PRICE DATABASECotton prices have yesterday plunged below 80 cents in New York, as investors expect China's tariffs could now stay for months and therefore depress US export sales.
Cotton futures in New York (daily updated)New York futures: December contract in last three months (daily updated)
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Polyester Fiber Prices in China, India and Pakistan (Weekly Report)
19 September 2018 - Polyester staple fiber and filament yarn prices have begun tumbling in China after PTA prices have plunged in the last seven days. Production has stopped at many textile plants, although it is supposed to rebound in this part of the year. The high level of price volatility is deeply disturbing the market. Our weekly report covers the Polyester Staple Fiber (PSF) on the domestic markets in China, India, and Pakistan. Polyester filament prices in China are also released, whereas the report includes a price comparison of polyester with cotton and viscose in China.
Pakistan Yarn Prices: Domestic and Export Markets (Weekly Report)
19 September 2018 - Fiber and yarn prices have stabilized in Pakistan where cotton prices have been weaker in the last seven days and polyester fiber prices may soon follow, our Pakistan correspondent reports. Spun yarn prices could therefore drop, over a rise of cotton arrivals on the domestic market. Our weekly review offers a comprehensive picture of the domestic and export yarn markets in Pakistan, with cotton yarns, polyester-cotton, polyester-viscose, polyester spun and viscose spun prices being covered. All these weekly data are available for download over a 12-month period.
India Yarn Prices: Domestic and Export Markets (Weekly Report)
19 September 2018 - Cotton yarn prices have begun slightly receding on the domestic market in India whereas export prices were further plunging over a sharp fall of the Indian rupee. Demand for Indian cotton fibers and yarns could now rebound from China, offering some strong support to domestic prices in rupee terms. Our review of Indian yarn prices covers the domestic and export markets, including carded and combed cotton, poly-cotton, poly-viscose, 100% polyester and 100% viscose. Yarn prices are compared with fiber prices offering latest trends of spinners' margins. Market fundamentals are available on a monthly basis, including production and exports.
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Friday, September 21st, 2018
PRICE DATABASEPTA prices have already begun bottoming out in the last two days in China, whereas PSF prices were further dropping, nevertheless.
PTA and MEG Prices in China (daily updated)Polyester Staple Fibers (PSF) in China (daily updated)
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Minimum Wages in Apparel Manufacturing Countries: Bangladesh vs other origins (Statistical Report)
21 September 2018 - Bangladesh has officially announced a 51% rise of its minimum wage at apparel plants, effective from December 1st. This sudden surge in its labor costs should however be rapidly digested by domestic exporters, thanks to higher productivity levels. In addition, minimum wages had not been raised for five years in Bangladesh, whereas being significantly increased in rival countries. Currency variations are also limiting the impact of higher wages in local currency terms. Our report displays minimum wages in low-cost apparel manufacturing countries in Asia, from January 2015 to last quarter 2018, in local currency and US$ terms. A 3-year comparison is available in local currency terms, fixed US$ terms, and current US$ terms.
Wool Prices in Australia (Weekly Report)
21 September 2018 - Wool prices have declined this week in Australia, due to a rebound of the local currency which has depressed demand from foreign buyers. The fall of wool production this season and low inventory levels in the global wool pipeline should boost prices to even higher levels, nevertheless. Our report delivers a comprehensive view of wool prices in Australia, with a long list of micron types in A$, US$ and euro terms. Historical charts are also available, such as downloadable historical data. Links to weekly market reports in New Zealand and South Africa are provided.
Yarn Price Comparison: China vs India and Pakistan (Weekly Report)
20 September 2018 - Spun polyester yarn prices have moved into rather different directions in the last seven days in China, India and Pakistan, reflecting the different trends of polyester staple fiber prices in the three countries. Prices have stayed very stable on cotton and viscose markets meanwhile. Our yarn comparison report offers a comprehensive view of 30s or 32s carded yarns in China, India and Pakistan, in local currency and US$ terms on a weekly basis over the last 12 months. 100% cotton, 100% polyester and 100% viscose are being covered with all data available for download.
Viscose Staple Fiber and Spun Yarn Prices (Weekly Report)
20 September 2018 - Viscose fiber prices have stayed unchanged in the last days in China, whatever the rise of dissolving pulp prices over higher tariffs on US products. In Pakistan, viscose prices have begun dropping for the first time this year. Our weekly report covers the viscose/rayon staple fiber and filament markets over the last 12 months. Viscose spun yarn prices in China, India and Pakistan are also available. Cotton linter, cotton pulp and wood pulp prices on domestic and import markets are being tracked over the last 12 months, in addition.
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Monday, September 24th, 2018
PRICE DATABASETextile fiber prices have rallied in the last two years, after previously dropping. Polyester, wool, acrylic and viscose are now above their level five years ago, whereas cotton and nylon have not moved, eventually.
Textile fiber prices: 5-Year Index
Fiber Price Comparison: Database
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E.U. Clothing Imports: Latest and Long-Term Trends (Monthly Report)
24 September 2018 - European clothing imports from China have sharply dropped in July for the fourth consecutive month, whereas shipments from Bangladesh were experiencing a double-digit growth, also for the fourth consecutive month. As a result, Bangladesh has become the new leader on EU's clothing import market to the detriment of China, only ranking second in volume terms. Our report covers monthly EU clothing import data, with historical trends being analyzed, and a specific focus on China vs Rest of World (RoW) and Bangladesh, and on knit vs woven clothing. Data are supplied in euro and in US dollars with historical data available for download, back to January 2000.
Polyester Chain Prices: PX, PTA, MEG and Fiber Prices (Weekly Report)
24 September 2018 - PTA prices have already bottomed out at the end of last week in China after previously plunging from recent peaks, as a clear sign that polyester chain prices could rapidly stabilize and stay at much higher levels than a few weeks ago. Downstream textile and clothing producers would be forced to accept the recent jump of their material costs. Our weekly report covers the polyester chain in Asia, including PX (paraxylene), PTA (purified terephthalic acid), MEG (mono-ethylene glycol), polyester chips, and polyester staple and filament prices. Asian Contract Prices (ACPs) are also available for the PX, PTA and MEG markets in Asia, with 5-year charts and downloadable historical data.
Cotton Prices on International and Domestic Markets (Weekly Report)
24 September 2018 - Cotton futures have last week plunged in New York, over anticipations of a longer US-China trade war than earlier expected. The conflict could result in US export sales slowing down, due to prohibitive import tariffs at China's border, already effective from last July. Demand from China is however expected surging in the current season, therefore favoring other origins than US, whereas a continuously rising demand from Vietnam and Bangladesh will continue supporting cotton prices. Our weekly cotton report covers the international futures market in New York and China, and the physical indicator "A Index". Domestic cotton prices in China, India and Pakistan are also reviewed through a large number of tables and charts. All data are available for download.
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Tuesday, September 25th, 2018
PRICE DATABASECotton prices have further tumbled yesterday in New York, as a confirmation of the new support level far below 80 cents per lb.
New York Cotton Futures (daily updated table) New York Cotton Futures (daily updated chart) PRICE REPORTS
US-China Trade War: Impact of Additional U.S. Textile Tariffs (Statistical Report)
25 September 2018 - The US administration has just imposed 10% additional tariffs on a large number of textile products from China. Although 26 tariff lines have been excluded from the list, additional tariffs could have a significant impact on production costs for industries using these textile fibers, yarns and fabrics, especially after January 1st, when tariffs will be possibly raised to 25%. By contrast, US sanctions will have a negligible impact on China's textile exports, EmergingTextiles.com has found. Our statistical report offers a detailed view of US textile imports from China per HS chapter from HS 50 to 60, with China's share of US imports and US share of China's exports being calculated. Comprehensive data are available for download.
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China Yarn Prices: Domestic and Import Markets (Weekly Report)
25 September 2018 - Spun polyester prices have continued falling in the last seven days in China, in line with a new decline of polyester staple fiber prices. Margins have improved at spinning mills, as yarn producers were slow in lowering their offers. Cotton and viscose spun yarn prices have remained rather unchanged in the meantime. Our weekly report covers the China yarn domestic and import market indicators, as well as local market prices in Qianqing and Shaoxing (Zhejiang). Prices of a large number of counts are released for spun cotton, polyester, viscose and blends. Import prices are also available for yarns from India, Indonesia, Pakistan, and Vietnam. Domestic and import yarn prices are compared. All data are available for download.
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Wednesday, September 26th, 2018
PRICE DATABASECotton yarn prices have slightly declined in the last days in Pakistan, in line with a drop of cotton fiber prices.
Cotton Yarn Prices in Pakistan (weekly updated table) Pakistan Yarn Market: Price DataBase PRICE REPORTS
Polyester Fiber Prices in China, India and Pakistan (Weekly Report)
26 September 2018 - Polyester fiber prices have slowly declined in the last seven days in China, with prices far from returning back to the July levels before their sudden and spectacular surge of August and early September. With cured oil prices now rising to new multiple year highs and polyester intermediate prices therefore finding some strong support, fiber prices could eventually stabilize, in line with an expected rebound of textile production in China after next week's holidays. Our weekly report covers the Polyester Staple Fiber (PSF) on the domestic markets in China, India, and Pakistan. Polyester filament prices in China are also released, whereas the report includes a price comparison of polyester with cotton and viscose in China.
Pakistan Yarn Prices: Domestic and Export Markets (Weekly Report)
26 September 2018 - Cotton yarn prices are slightly dropping in Pakistan, in line with a decline of cotton fiber prices, our Pakistan correspondent reports. Prices are however expected staying relatively firm in the coming period in line with a rebound of domestic demand from spinners. The polyester market has stabilized in the meantime. Spun yarn prices could therefore drop, over a rise of cotton arrivals on the domestic market. Our weekly review offers a comprehensive picture of the domestic and export yarn markets in Pakistan, with cotton yarns, polyester-cotton, polyester-viscose, polyester spun and viscose spun prices being covered. All these weekly data are available for download over a 12-month period.
India Yarn Prices: Domestic and Export Markets (Weekly Report)
26 September 2018 - Cotton yarn prices are further declining in India, over a new drop of cotton fiber prices as larger cotton quantities are arriving at local markets, day after day. Cotton yarn export prices have further plunged in the meantime. Polyester fiber and spun yarn prices have stabilized, after previously rebounding. Our review of Indian yarn prices covers the domestic and export markets, including carded and combed cotton, poly-cotton, poly-viscose, 100% polyester and 100% viscose. Yarn prices are compared with fiber prices offering latest trends of spinners' margins. Market fundamentals are available on a monthly basis, including production and exports.
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Thursday, September 27th, 2018
PRICE DATABASEPolyester filament yarn prices have continued sharply falling in the last seven days on Qianqing's market in China, whatever the products.
Polyester Filament Prices on Qianqing's Market (weekly updated)Polyester Filament Yarn Prices: Price Database
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Yarn Price Comparison: China vs India and Pakistan (Weekly Report)
27 September 2018 - Cotton yarn prices are giving signs of weakness in China, India and Pakistan, in line with the fall of cotton prices on domestic and international markets. Spun polyester prices have continued decreasing in China, over a similar drop of PSF prices in the last seven days. Our yarn comparison report offers a comprehensive view of 30s or 32s carded yarns in China, India and Pakistan, in local currency and US$ terms on a weekly basis over the last 12 months. 100% cotton, 100% polyester and 100% viscose are being covered with all data available for download.
Viscose Staple Fiber and Spun Yarn Prices (Weekly Report)
27 September 2018 - Viscose prices have very slightly risen today in China, ahead of national day holidays, after staying frozen for weeks. Demand is supported by the higher polyester fiber prices after they have recently surged. By contrast, viscose staple fiber prices have declined for the second consecutive week in Pakistan. Our weekly report covers the viscose/rayon staple fiber and filament markets over the last 12 months. Viscose spun yarn prices in China, India and Pakistan are also available. Cotton linter, cotton pulp and wood pulp prices on domestic and import markets are being tracked over the last 12 months, in addition.
Cashmere Fiber and Yarn Prices in China (Quarterly Report)
27 September 2018 - Cashmere prices have slightly declined for medium and broad micron types in September in China, after domestic and export markets have surged in the first part of the year. Goat slaughtering has resulted in lower cashmere production whereas demand was further increasing. Our report offers an overall picture of short-term and long-term trends of cashmere prices with latest export prices for Chinese fibers and yarns (carded and combed). Historical data covering the last five years are available for download.
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Monday, October 1st, 2018
PRICE DATABASESeptember prices are now available in all our monthly tables
Textile fiber prices have moved in very different directions in September, as reflected by our comparison table.
Textile Fiber Price Comparison Monthly: local currency termsSeptember prices are now available in all our monthly tables
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Currency Trends in Emerging Countries: January-September 2018 (Monthly Report)
1 October 2018 - Emerging currencies have sharply dropped in the first three quarters of 2018, potentially boosting exports to the Western markets. The US Fed has further raised its benchmark interest rate in September, offering therefore some more support to the US dollar. The Turkish lira has sharply rebounded whereas the Sri Lankan rupee was plunging. Our monthly statistical report covers the past two years and displays a comprehensive view of currency values against the US dollar but also v. the euro, the British pound, the Indian and Pak rupees, and the Chinese renminbi over a 2-year period.
Cotton Prices on International and Domestic Markets (Weekly Report)
1 October 2018 - Cotton prices have plunged to 8-month lows in the last week in New York, reflecting rising pessimism over the negative impact of the US-China trade war. Larger availability of cotton fibers in this period of the year is also depressing prices on domestic markets in China, India and Pakistan. Our weekly cotton report covers the international futures market in New York and China, and the physical indicator "A Index". Domestic cotton prices in China, India and Pakistan are also reviewed through a large number of tables and charts. All data are available for download.
Polyester Chain Prices: PX, PTA, MEG and Fiber Prices (Weekly Report)
1 October 2018 - The sharp rise of crude oil prices has supported paraxylene prices in the past week, along with a tight supply situation in the Far East. PTA producers in China are struggling with large inventories which could be rapidly digested after the current holiday week in China, allowing polyester fiber prices to stop falling and possibly bottom out. Our weekly report covers the polyester chain in Asia, including PX (paraxylene), PTA (purified terephthalic acid), MEG (mono-ethylene glycol), polyester chips, and polyester staple and filament prices. Asian Contract Prices (ACPs) are also available for the PX, PTA and MEG markets in Asia, with 5-year charts and downloadable historical data.
Inflation in Emerging Countries (Monthly Report)
28 September 2018 - Inflation rates may have risen in many emerging countries in the first half, they are now under control. Higher oil prices and lower currency values have not boosted consumer prices, thanks to a stabilization of food prices. Our monthly report offers a comparison of inflation rates in low-cost countries, with historical data available back to June 2007. Impact of currency changes vs the US dollar, the euro and the Sterling is also calculated to assess real terms of trade for exporters.
Nylon/Polyamide and Caprolactam Market Prices in China (Monthly Report)
28 September 2018 - Nylon 6 prices have steadily risen in the last four weeks in China, over significantly higher raw material costs as caprolactam prices were supported by tight supply. Demand has been weakened by looming holidays but could rebound after next week. Our monthly report covers the latest and long-term trends of nylon 6 (polyamide 6) prices, also displaying a vertical view of the nylon chain prices, including benzene, caprolactam, staple fibers and filament yarns. The nylon/CPL spread is also calculated for assessing gross margin trends of filament producers. Daily prices of the past 12 months are available for download.
Spandex and PTMEG Prices in China (Monthly Report)
28 September 2018 - Spandex prices have further dropped in the last four weeks in China, although very slightly. Raw material costs have more significantly declined, offering larger margins to elastane producers. Our monthly report covers spandex and PTMEG prices on the domestic Chinese market, with gross margin trends at spandex plants on a weekly basis. Daily data over the last 12 months and monthly average prices over 8 years are available for download.
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Wednesday, October 3rd, 2018
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Polyester Fiber Prices in China, India and Pakistan (Weekly Report)
3 October 2018 - Polyester fiber prices were not far from bottoming out at the end of last week, before the start of national holidays in China. With crude oil prices now soaring and paraxylene surging, PTA prices have begun recovering. Polyester fiber processors could have to digest or pass a rise of more than 20% in their material costs since last June, if prices would eventually stabilize after holidays. Our weekly report covers the Polyester Staple Fiber (PSF) on the domestic markets in China, India, and Pakistan. Polyester filament prices in China are also released, whereas the report includes a price comparison of polyester with cotton and viscose in China.
Pakistan Yarn Prices: Domestic and Export Markets (Weekly Report)
3 October 2018 - Cotton yarn prices have further dropped on the domestic market in Pakistan, over a sharp decline of cotton fiber prices, as larger quantities from the new crop are now reaching local markets. Our weekly review offers a comprehensive picture of the domestic and export yarn markets in Pakistan, with cotton yarns, polyester-cotton, polyester-viscose, polyester spun and viscose spun prices being covered. All these weekly data are available for download over a 12-month period.
India Yarn Prices: Domestic and Export Markets (Weekly Report)
3 October 2018 - Spun yarn prices have stopped declining in the last seven days in India, partly due to a reduced market activity in observance of Gandhi Jayanti. Cotton and polyester prices could remain very firm in the coming period, meaning that yarn prices would not significantly decline. Our review of Indian yarn prices covers the domestic and export markets, including carded and combed cotton, poly-cotton, poly-viscose, 100% polyester and 100% viscose. Yarn prices are compared with fiber prices offering latest trends of spinners' margins. Market fundamentals are available on a monthly basis, including production and exports.
Cotton and Polyester Price Comparison: China, India and Pakistan (Monthly Report)
2 October 2018 - Polyester staple fiber prices have continued rising in September in China, India and Pakistan, if considering average prices over the month, whereas cotton prices were dropping or staying stable. As a result, the price difference between cotton and polyester has sharply fallen in the three countries, although PSF prices remain everywhere below cotton prices. Our monthly report delivers a comparative view of the average cotton and polyester prices in China, India and Pakistan, including the latest and historical trends of cotton/polyester price difference. Our charts cover the past 5-year period. Full historical data covering the past 10 years are available for download.
China Yarn Prices: Domestic and Import Markets (Weekly Report)
2 October 2018 - Cotton fiber prices have begun receding in China, ahead of the current holiday week, with the cotton yarn prices giving signs of weakness. Polyester staple fiber and spun yarn prices have continued declining in the meantime. Our weekly report covers the China yarn domestic and import market indicators, as well as local market prices in Qianqing and Shaoxing (Zhejiang). Prices of a large number of counts are released for spun cotton, polyester, viscose and blends. Import prices are also available for yarns from India, Indonesia, Pakistan, and Vietnam. Domestic and import yarn prices are compared. All data are available for download.
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Thursday, October 4th, 2018
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EU Clothing Import Price Comparison in 2nd Quarter and 1st Half 2018: China vs. Bangladesh, Cambodia, India, Indonesia, Morocco, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Tunisia, Turkey and Vietnam (Statistical Report)
4 October 2018 - Bangladesh has become the largest supplier of the European Union in knit clothing categories in volume, but also in value terms. China is rapidly losing ground in most categories of products, due to a rise of its unit prices. Competitors of both suppliers have less benefited form China's steback than Bangladesh with result being very differetn depending on categories and origins, as usual. Our series of comparison tables offer a comprehensive view of EU clothing imports per HS 4-digit category with volume, value and unit price changes, while market shares are also calculated for each major supplying country. Full data are available for download.
Viscose Staple Fiber and Spun Yarn Prices (Weekly Report)
4 October 2018 - Demand for viscose fibers has been very firm ahead of national holidays in China and could more clearly rebound in the next week, in line with an expected recovery of the textile production. Our weekly report covers the viscose/rayon staple fiber and filament markets over the last 12 months. Viscose spun yarn prices in China, India and Pakistan are also available. Cotton linter, cotton pulp and wood pulp prices on domestic and import markets are being tracked over the last 12 months, in addition.
Yarn Price Comparison: China vs India and Pakistan (Weekly Report)
4 October 2018 - Spun yarn prices haves stayed relatively stable in the last seven days in China, India and Pakistan amid falling cotton fiber prices, as larger arrivals from the new crop were reaching local markets. Price trends could change after China will have returned from its holidays in the next week. Our yarn comparison report offers a comprehensive view of 30s or 32s carded yarns in China, India and Pakistan, in local currency and US$ terms on a weekly basis over the last 12 months. 100% cotton, 100% polyester and 100% viscose are being covered with all data available for download.
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Friday, October 4th, 2018
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Bangladesh Apparel Exports in 1st Half 2018 (Quarterly Report)
5 October 2018 - Apparel exports from Bangladesh have continued surging in the last months, being boosted by the recovery of EU's import market and the fall of Bangadeshi unit prices in euro terms. Exports to the United States have also rebounded in the second quarter this year, thanks to a return of US buyers to cotton apparel. The sharp rise of minimum wages as of next December in Bangladesh could however result in higher export prices and a lower export growth. Our statistical tables provide a comprehensive view of Bangladesh's clothing exports over the last years, also covering the latest US and EU apparel import data per product category. Volume, value and unit price changes are released with all data available for download.
Wool Prices in Australia (Weekly Report)
5 October 2018 - Wool prices have continued this week falling whatever the new decline of the Australian dollar. The jump of wool prices in the past months could have eventually depressed demand. Wool offer is however sharply dropping at the same time, potentially supporting prices at their current level. Our report delivers a comprehensive view of wool prices in Australia, with a long list of micron types in A$, US$ and euro terms. Historical charts are also available, such as downloadable historical data. Links to weekly market reports in New Zealand and South Africa are provided.
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Tuesday, October 9th, 2018
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China Yarn Prices: Domestic and Import Markets (Weekly Report)
9 October 2018 - Cotton yarn import prices have begun sliding in China, whereas domestic yarn prices were not yet changed after the national holidays. Textile production could possibly recover, after the surge of polyester fiber prices has depressed demand in September. Our weekly report covers the China yarn domestic and import market indicators, as well as local market prices in Qianqing and Shaoxing (Zhejiang). Prices of a large number of counts are released for spun cotton, polyester, viscose and blends. Import prices are also available for yarns from India, Indonesia, Pakistan, and Vietnam. Domestic and import yarn prices are compared. All data are available for download.
Polyester Fiber & Yarn Price Comparison: China vs. India and Pakistan (Monthly Report)
9 October 2018 - The sharp rise of polyester staple fiber prices for the second consecutive month in September has resulted in lower margins at Chinese spinning mills whereas they were however rebounding in India. Our monthly report compares polyester staple fiber and polyester spun yarn prices in China, India and Pakistan, in both local currency terms and US$ terms. Gross margins of spinners are also calculated on a monthly basis. Historical data back to 2007 are available for download.
U.S. Apparel Imports: Latest and Long-Term Trends (Monthly Report)
9 October 2018 - US apparel imports from Vietnam have continued slowing down in August, due to a more significant rise of their average unit price. Chinese shipments have even slightly declined in volume terms whereas imports from other nations were benefiting from the difficulties of the two largest suppliers of the US apparel market, reflecting an ongoing diversification of US apparel sourcing. Our monthly review covers US apparel import data, with historical trends being analyzed over the 2000-2018 period including cotton vs man-made fiber apparel, and China vs Rest of World (RoW) and vs Vietnam.
Cotton Fiber & Yarn Price Comparison: China vs. India and Pakistan (Monthly Report)
8 October 2018 - Spinners have been able to partly restore their margins in September in India whereas their Pakistani competitors were confronted with a fall of the yarn/fiber spread by contrast. Prices have not moved in China. Our monthly report compares cotton fiber and yarn prices in China, India and Pakistan, offering a comprehensive view of the yarn/fiber spreads in the three countries. These gross margins of domestic spinners are displayed on a monthly basis with 10-year historical data available for download.
Polyester Chain Prices: PX, PTA, MEG and Fiber Prices (Weekly Report)
8 October 2018 - PTA prices could be supported by the rise of crude oil and paraxylene prices in the past weeks whereas downward fiber and textile producers will need digesting inventories before accepting any new increase of their material costs. Reliance will join the club of ACP negotiators in January, conforming that India is emerging as a major producer of the polyester chain in Asia. Our weekly report covers the polyester chain in Asia, including PX (paraxylene), PTA (purified terephthalic acid), MEG (mono-ethylene glycol), polyester chips, and polyester staple and filament prices. Asian Contract Prices (ACPs) are also available for the PX, PTA and MEG markets in Asia, with 5-year charts and downloadable historical data.
Cotton Prices on International and Domestic Markets (Weekly Report)
8 October 2018 - US cotton futures have been further depressed by the sharp fall of export sales after China has applied additional tariffs on US cotton. Market fundamentals continue however announcing a fall of production and a rise of consumption this season, meaning that stocks will further decline and prices will rise from their average level in the past season. Our weekly cotton report covers the international futures market in New York and China, and the physical indicator "A Index". Domestic cotton prices in China, India and Pakistan are also reviewed through a large number of tables and charts. All data are available for download.
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Wednesday, October 10th, 2018
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Vietnam Apparel Exports in 1st Half 2018 (Quarterly Report)
10 October 2018 - Vietnam apparel exports have further surged this year, thanks to a sharp rise in sales to other Asian countries like Japan, South Korea and China. Foreign investors are now attracted by the just completed free trade agreements with the European Union on one side and a series of Pacific countries on the other side. Although confronted with higher production costs, Vietnam will take advantage of its future duty-free access to many markets in the coming years. Our report includes Vietnam's latest clothing export data per month and destination and provides comprehensive data for US imports per quota category and EU imports per HS 4-digit categories over the 2011-2017 period. Unit prices and long-term trends are calculated over the last five years.
Polyester Fiber Prices in China, India and Pakistan (Weekly Report)
10 October 2018 - Polyester staple fiber prices have been increased in the last days in India and Pakistan whereas potentially bottoming out in China. Polyester filament prices have already recovered at the same time, being boosted by the rise of PTA prices in Asia. Our weekly report covers the Polyester Staple Fiber (PSF) on the domestic markets in China, India, and Pakistan. Polyester filament prices in China are also released, whereas the report includes a price comparison of polyester with cotton and viscose in China.
Pakistan Yarn Prices: Domestic and Export Markets (Weekly Report)
10 October 2018 - Cotton prices have suddenly rebounded in Pakistan over a sharp rise of demand from spinners. Cotton yarn prices have therefore remained firm and could be raised in the coming days, our correspondent reports. Polyester fiber prices have also been increased at the same time. Our weekly review offers a comprehensive picture of the domestic and export yarn markets in Pakistan, with cotton yarns, polyester-cotton, polyester-viscose, polyester spun and viscose spun prices being covered. All these weekly data are available for download over a 12-month period.
India Yarn Prices: Domestic and Export Markets (Weekly Report)
10 October 2018 - Spun yarn prices have remained very firm in the last days in India where cotton yarn prices are supported by the surge of exports being boosted by the fall of the rupee. On the polyester market, PSF prices have been further raised which should support 100% polyester yarn prices. Our review of Indian yarn prices covers the domestic and export markets, including carded and combed cotton, poly-cotton, poly-viscose, 100% polyester and 100% viscose. Yarn prices are compared with fiber prices offering latest trends of spinners' margins. Market fundamentals are available on a monthly basis, including production and exports.
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Monday, October 15th, 2018
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Cotton Prices on International and Domestic Markets (Weekly Report)
15 October 2018 - Cotton prices have rebounded in the last week in New York, due to the negative impact of hurricane Michael in certain cotton areas whereas export sales have begun recovering. The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has also cut its forecast for global ending stocks. Cotton prices have sharply rebounded in Pakistan, also rising in India over the fall of the currencies in both countries. Our weekly cotton report covers the international futures market in New York and China, and the physical indicator "A Index". Domestic cotton prices in China, India and Pakistan are also reviewed through a large number of tables and charts. All data are available for download.
Polyester Chain Prices: PX, PTA, MEG and Fiber Prices (Weekly Report)
15 October 2018 - Polyester chain prices have remained rather stable after holidays in China, as a clear sign that paraxylene, PTA and polyester fiber prices could stay at sharply higher levels than observed two or three months ago. Our weekly report covers the polyester chain in Asia, including PX (paraxylene), PTA (purified terephthalic acid), MEG (mono-ethylene glycol), polyester chips, and polyester staple and filament prices. Asian Contract Prices (ACPs) are also available for the PX, PTA and MEG markets in Asia, with 5-year charts and downloadable historical data.
Wool Prices in Australia (Weekly Report)
12 October 2018 - Wool prices have recovered this week in Australia, partly due to a new fall of the Aussie dollar having attracted Chinese demand back from its holidays whatever the sharp decline of the renminbi. Italian buyers have been more prudent as a result of the weakness of the euro. Our report delivers a comprehensive view of wool prices in Australia, with a long list of micron types in A$, US$ and euro terms. Historical charts are also available, such as downloadable historical data. Links to weekly market reports in New Zealand and South Africa are provided.
Silk Prices in China (Quarterly Report)
11 October 2018 - Silk prices have continued to decline after national holidays in China with the benchmark indicator even dropping below 400,000 yuan per metric ton. Although US tariffs imposed on Chinese silk products may further depress the market, the decline is mostly due to a rebound of the cocoon production in the last year. Our quarterly report provides monthly average prices over the last five years for silk and cocoon on the domestic market, with in-depth analysis of latest and long-term trends. EU's import data are also released for raw silk, including average import prices over the last 10 years. All data are available for download.
Yarn Price Comparison: China vs India and Pakistan (Weekly Report)
11 October 2018 - Cotton and viscose yarn prices have begun declining in the past days in Pakistan. Spun polyester prices could further rise in India and Pakistan by contrast, after PSF prices have been again raised. Our yarn comparison report offers a comprehensive view of 30s or 32s carded yarns in China, India and Pakistan, in local currency and US$ terms on a weekly basis over the last 12 months. 100% cotton, 100% polyester and 100% viscose are being covered with all data available for download.
Viscose Staple Fiber and Spun Yarn Prices (Weekly Report)
11 October 2018 - Viscose fiber prices have again fallen in the past days in Pakistan whereas slightly increasing in China, by contrast. A sharp rise of VSF capacities this year in China should limit any rise of viscose prices nevertheless, whereas downward processors are also rejecting any new increase of their material costs. Our weekly report covers the viscose/rayon staple fiber and filament markets over the last 12 months. Viscose spun yarn prices in China, India and Pakistan are also available. Cotton linter, cotton pulp and wood pulp prices on domestic and import markets are being tracked over the last 12 months, in addition.
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Tuesday, October 16th, 2018
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Indonesia Apparel Exports in 2nd Quarter 2018 (Country Report)
16 October 2018 - Indonesia's apparel exports have continued recovering in the second quarter of 2018, partly due to strong sales to other Asian countries, including Japan, South Korea or even Singapore. Shipments to the US market have remained flat whereas also weak to the European Union. The higher production costs are limiting sales to Western countries wathever the fall of the rupiah. Our statistical series provide a comprehensive picture of Indonesia's textile and clothing exports and imports, per month, year and destination, with an exhaustive review of US and EU imports per product category.
China Yarn Prices: Domestic and Import Markets (Weekly Report)
16 October 2018 - Cotton yarn import prices have sharply fallen in the last seven days in China, in line with a significant decline of the Indian rupee in the past weeks and a fall of cotton prices on the international market. Our weekly report covers the China yarn domestic and import market indicators, as well as local market prices in Qianqing and Shaoxing (Zhejiang). Prices of a large number of counts are released for spun cotton, polyester, viscose and blends. Import prices are also available for yarns from India, Indonesia, Pakistan, and Vietnam. Domestic and import yarn prices are compared. All data are available for download.
E.U. Clothing Imports: Latest and Long-Term Trends (Monthly Report)
16 October 2018 - EU's clothing imports have begun more clearly dropping in volume terms in August, as a fall of the euro from a year earlier was inflating import prices. Chinese shipments have experienced a double-digit contraction for the fourth month this year. Bangladesh has not benefited from China's fall, with average unit prices were less falling than in first half. Our report covers monthly EU clothing import data, with historical trends being analyzed, and a specific focus on China vs Rest of World (RoW) and Bangladesh, and on knit vs woven clothing. Data are supplied in euro and in US dollars with historical data available for download, back to January 2000.
Textile Fiber Price Comparison (Monthly Report)
15 October 2018 - Cotton, polyester, and wool fiber prices have declined in the past four weeks. The fall of cotton prices is mostly due to the arrival of the new crop on local markets whereas polyester has previously surged and has experienced an expected correction. Wool prices have also risen to excessively high levels where demand cannot breathe anymore, before eventually receding. Our tables and charts offer a 12-month price comparison of most used textile fibers, including cotton, polyester, viscose, wool, acrylic and nylon, all being available for download on a weekly basis through our historical csv file.
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Wednesday, October 17th, 2018
PRICE DATABASEPTA prices have heavily declined in the last two days in China, losing 6.5% in a single week.
PTA & MEG Prices in China (Import & Domestic Markets) PRICE REPORTS
Polyester Fiber Prices in China, India and Pakistan (Weekly Report)
17 October 2018 - PSF prices could now decline in China where material costs of fiber producers have heavily dropped in the last two days. Polyester filament prices have already begun declining, although very slightly. Our weekly report covers the Polyester Staple Fiber (PSF) on the domestic markets in China, India, and Pakistan. Polyester filament prices in China are also released, whereas the report includes a price comparison of polyester with cotton and viscose in China.
Pakistan Yarn Prices: Domestic and Export Markets (Weekly Report)
17 October 2018 - Cotton yarn prices have rebounded on the domestic market in Pakistan, due to a sharp recovery of cotton fiber prices, our correspondent reports. Export prices have not changed however in dollar terms, following a new depreciation of the local currency. Our weekly review offers a comprehensive picture of the domestic and export yarn markets in Pakistan, with cotton yarns, polyester-cotton, polyester-viscose, polyester spun and viscose spun prices being covered. All these weekly data are available for download over a 12-month period.
India Yarn Prices: Domestic and Export Markets (Weekly Report)
17 October 2018 - Cotton yarn prices have slightly risen in the past seven days on the domestic market in India whereas further falling on export markets thanks to the recent decline of the Indian rupee. Our review of Indian yarn prices covers the domestic and export markets, including carded and combed cotton, poly-cotton, poly-viscose, 100% polyester and 100% viscose. Yarn prices are compared with fiber prices offering latest trends of spinners' margins. Market fundamentals are available on a monthly basis, including production and exports.
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Thursday, October 18th, 2018
PRICE DATABASECotton prices have sharply dropped on the international market in October, with New York's nearby contract losing 4.3% if considering its average level in the month-to-date:
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Yarn Price Comparison: China vs India and Pakistan (Weekly Report)
18 October 2018 - Cotton and viscose fiber and yarn prices have sharply rebounded in Pakistan, partly due to the rupee's depreciation in the last week. Polyester fiber and yarn prices have stayed everywhere stable whereas the viscose market was similarly stable in China and India. Our yarn comparison report offers a comprehensive view of 30s or 32s carded yarns in China, India and Pakistan, in local currency and US$ terms on a weekly basis over the last 12 months. 100% cotton, 100% polyester and 100% viscose are being covered with all data available for download.
Viscose Staple Fiber and Spun Yarn Prices (Weekly Report)
18 October 2018 - Viscose prices have sharply rebounded in the past seven days in Pakistan, over a fall of the national currency resulting in higher import prices in rupee terms. In China by contrast, VSF prices have stayed stable once again, having been kept unchanged for a larger number of weeks. Our weekly report covers the viscose/rayon staple fiber and filament markets over the last 12 months. Viscose spun yarn prices in China, India and Pakistan are also available. Cotton linter, cotton pulp and wood pulp prices on domestic and import markets are being tracked over the last 12 months, in addition.
China Textile & Clothing Production Costs (Country Report)
18 October 2018 - Production prices have risen at a slightly higher pace at China's textile plants in September, reflecting a stronger increase of raw material costs. Knit apparel exports have however rebounded in the past months in dollar terms, whatever the new rise of labor costs in various parts of the country. Our statistical report offers a comprehensive view of production costs and consumer prices in China, including in textile and clothing sectors. Labor costs in major provinces are also being followed.
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Monday, October 22nd, 2018
PRICE DATABASEPolyester fiber prices have begun more clearly falling today in China after raw material costs of fiber producers have plunged in the last two weeks:
Polyester Chain: Crude Oil, Naphtha, Mixed Xylenes, Paraxylene, PTA, MEG, Polyester Chips and Polyester Staple Fibers and Filament Yarns PRICE REPORTS
Cotton Prices on International and Domestic Markets (Weekly Report)
22 October 2018 - Cotton prices have been weaker than expected in the past seven days on the international market, although hurricane Michael has devastated cotton fields in a series of US Southern states. Demand for US cotton is depressed by US-China trade war with Chinese buyers cancelling large orders. Cotton prices have sharply rebounded in Pakistan over a new depreciation of the rupee whereas prices are also staying strong in India. Our weekly cotton report covers the international futures market in New York and China, and the physical indicator "A Index". Domestic cotton prices in China, India and Pakistan are also reviewed through a large number of tables and charts. All data are available for download.
Polyester Chain Prices: PX, PTA, MEG and Fiber Prices (Weekly Report)
22 October 2018 - Polyester fiber prices have begun sharply falling in China, over a dramatic decline of PTA prices in the past two weeks. Market participants are expecting prices could further dropped and have refrained from replenishing their stocks. Prices are still far above their initial level four months ago, before they have suddenly started surging. Our weekly report covers the polyester chain in Asia, including PX (paraxylene), PTA (purified terephthalic acid), MEG (mono-ethylene glycol), polyester chips, and polyester staple and filament prices. Asian Contract Prices (ACPs) are also available for the PX, PTA and MEG markets in Asia, with 5-year charts and downloadable historical data.
Wool Prices in Australia (Weekly Report)
19 October 2018 - Wool prices have plunged this week in Australia, following a short-lived rebound in the past week. Demand is heavily depressed and prices are dropping although available quantities have significantly fallen this season. The rise of the Australian dollar has not helped sellers, in addition. Our report delivers a comprehensive view of wool prices in Australia, with a long list of micron types in A$, US$ and euro terms. Historical charts are also available, such as downloadable historical data. Links to weekly market reports in New Zealand and South Africa are provided.
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Wednesday, October 24th, 2018
PRICE DATABASECotton yarn prices have fallen in the last seven days in Pakistan although cotton prices have stayed firm at their higher levels: Cotton Yarn Prices in Pakistan
Nylon 6 prices have begun dropping in China, in line with a sharp decline of caprolactam prices in the last seven days: Nylon/Polyamide 6 and Caprolactam Prices in China
Wool prices have further plunged in Australia, as a confirmation that the market is experiencing a severe market contraction: Wool market prices in Australia: regional indicators in US$ terms
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Polyester Fiber Prices in China, India and Pakistan (Weekly Report)
24 October 2018 - Polyester staple fiber prices have begun significantly declining in the last seven days in China whereas filament yarn prices were even plunging in the meantime. The 10% fall of PTA prices in only two weeks could result in additional price reductions in the coming period whereas processors will maintain inventories at minimum levels. Our weekly report covers the Polyester Staple Fiber (PSF) on the domestic markets in China, India, and Pakistan. Polyester filament prices in China are also released, whereas the report includes a price comparison of polyester with cotton and viscose in China.
Pakistan Yarn Prices: Domestic and Export Markets (Weekly Report)
24 October 2018 - Cotton yarn prices have begun sliding this week in Pakistan after previously rebounding in line with a jump of cotton prices. Demand has however rejected these new price levels, forcing spinners to reduce their offers and accept lower margins. Our weekly review offers a comprehensive picture of the domestic and export yarn markets in Pakistan, with cotton yarns, polyester-cotton, polyester-viscose, polyester spun and viscose spun prices being covered. All these weekly data are available for download over a 12-month period.
India Yarn Prices: Domestic and Export Markets (Weekly Report)
24 October 2018 - Cotton yarn prices are still supported by foreign demand for fibers and yarns in India, due to the fall of the rupee this year. Chinese demand for Indian cotton yarns has surged and should be further boosted by the sharp fall of Indian prices in the past weeks in dollar terms. Our review of Indian yarn prices covers the domestic and export markets, including carded and combed cotton, poly-cotton, poly-viscose, 100% polyester and 100% viscose. Yarn prices are compared with fiber prices offering latest trends of spinners' margins. Market fundamentals are available on a monthly basis, including production and exports.
China Yarn Prices: Domestic and Import Markets (Weekly Report)
23 October 2018 - Cotton yarn prices have continued sharply falling in the last seven days on China's import market, as a result of the currency depreciation experienced in the past weeks in India and Vietnam. Domestic yarn prices are depressed by a low level of demand whereas the fall of polyester fiber prices will further pressure spun polyester and polyester-cotton prices. Our weekly report covers the China yarn domestic and import market indicators, as well as local market prices in Qianqing and Shaoxing (Zhejiang). Prices of a large number of counts are released for spun cotton, polyester, viscose and blends. Import prices are also available for yarns from India, Indonesia, Pakistan, and Vietnam. Domestic and import yarn prices are compared. All data are available for download.
Cambodia Apparel Exports in 1st Half 2018 (Country Report)
23 October 2018 - Cambodia is threatened to lose its duty-free access to EU's market, due to poor human rights and labour conditions in the country, the EU's commissioner for trade has announced. Such a decision would have dramatic consequences for a country having benefited from a double-digit growth of its clothing exports in the first two quarters of 2018. Our statistical tables offer a comprehensive view of EU and US imports from Cambodia in the 2nd quarter 2018, with percentage changes being calculated in volume and value terms. Unit prices are available for a large number of product categories. All data can be downloaded covering a 5-year period from 2013.
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India Apparel Exports in 1st Half 2018 (Country Report)
22 October 2018 - India's apparel exports have fallen in the first half for the second consecutive year, mostly due to a sharp decline of shipments to Dubai. Sales to the United States have rebounded in the second quarter, eventually benefiting from the fall of the rupee. Exports to Europe have stayed relatively depressed by contrast due to surging competition from countries benefiting from a duty-free access. Our report provides apparel export data in 1st quarter 2018 per major destination. US and EU clothing imports from India per product category are also available over a 5-year period from 1st quarter 2013. Variations have been calculated in volume, value and unit value terms. All data can be easily downloaded.
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Friday, October 26th, 2018
PRICE DATABASEPolyester Staple Fiber prices have heavily declined in the last three days in China, whereas filament yarns prices were further falling. Polyester staple fiber prices in China
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Inflation in Emerging Countries (Monthly Report)
26 October 2018 - Turkey has experienced a sharp increase of its inflation rate in September which should however not affect its clothing exports, thanks to a dramatic fall of its currency this year. Other emerging countries like India and Pakistan have also benefited from a decline of their currencies, whereas being however able to control their consumer prices. Our monthly report offers a comparison of inflation rates in low-cost countries, with historical data available back to June 2007. Impact of currency changes vs the US dollar, the euro and the Sterling is also calculated to assess real terms of trade for exporters.
Myanmar Apparel Exports in 1st Half 2018 (Country Report)
26 October 2018 - Myanmar's clothing exports have continued surging in the second quarter this year, however from relatively low levels. Whatever the sharp increase of minimum wages in May, Burma remains extremely competitive thanks to its duty-free access to EU's market which could however be withdrawn in the future, over poor human rights. Our statistical tables provide a comprehensive view of Myanmar's apparel exports per destination in second quarter 2018. Detailed EU and US import data per category of products over the same period are also released. Historical data are available for download covering the last 5 years (2013-2018).
Wool Prices in Australia (Weekly Report)
26 October 2018 - Wool prices have experienced their worst week in 15 years in Australia, reflecting a lack of demand from Chinese wool processors. The dramatic rise of wool prices over the past years is ending in a recession in the wool pipeline, not surprisingly. Our report delivers a comprehensive view of wool prices in Australia, with a long list of micron types in A$, US$ and euro terms. Historical charts are also available, such as downloadable historical data. Links to weekly market reports in New Zealand and South Africa are provided.
Yarn Price Comparison: China vs India and Pakistan (Weekly Report)
25 October 2018 - Cotton and polyester fiber and yarn prices are now declining in China, however remaining firm in India and Pakistan over a recent decline of national currencies. The surge of material prices in the first part of the year has actually depressed demand whereas yarn prices are sharply decreasing on the international market. Our yarn comparison report offers a comprehensive view of 30s or 32s carded yarns in China, India and Pakistan, in local currency and US$ terms on a weekly basis over the last 12 months. 100% cotton, 100% polyester and 100% viscose are being covered with all data available for download.
Viscose Staple Fiber and Spun Yarn Prices (Weekly Report)
25 October 2018 - Viscose prices have begun very slightly sliding in China, over an overall decline of cotton and polyester prices in the current period. Viscose staple fiber prices have continued surging in Pakistan, by contrast. Our weekly report covers the viscose/rayon staple fiber and filament markets over the last 12 months. Viscose spun yarn prices in China, India and Pakistan are also available. Cotton linter, cotton pulp and wood pulp prices on domestic and import markets are being tracked over the last 12 months, in addition.
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Wednesday, October 31st, 2018
PRICE DATABASEPolyester staple fiber prices have stopped falling today in China, after PTA prices have sharply rebounded in the last days. Polyester chain prices (daily update)
Spun yarn prices have mostly declined in the last seven days in Pakistan, as reflected by our weekly update yarn tables. Pakistan Yarn Market: Price DataBase
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Polyester Fiber Prices in China, India and Pakistan (Weekly Report)
Polyester fiber prices could now stabilize in China after heavily falling in the past two weeks. The rebound of PTA prices may force fiber producers in reducing their operating rates in order to support market prices. PSF prices have begun suddenly sliding in the meantime in Pakistan, after having previously reached record levels. Our weekly report covers the Polyester Staple Fiber (PSF) on the domestic markets in China, India, and Pakistan. Polyester filament prices in China are also released, whereas the report includes a price comparison of polyester with cotton and viscose in China.
Pakistan Yarn Prices: Domestic and Export Markets (Weekly Report)
31 October 2018 - Fiber and spun yarn prices have begun falling across the board in Pakistan, mostly due to a lack of demand from foreign buyers. Polyester and viscose fiber prices have dropped from their record levels. Our weekly review offers a comprehensive picture of the domestic and export yarn markets in Pakistan, with cotton yarns, polyester-cotton, polyester-viscose, polyester spun and viscose spun prices being covered. All these weekly data are available for download over a 12-month period.
India Yarn Prices: Domestic and Export Markets (Weekly Report)
31 October 2018 - Spun yarn prices have stayed very firm in the past days on India's domestic market whereas cotton yarn export prices were further falling by contrast. Demand from China could now be depressed, in line with the low level of textile production currently in this country. Our review of Indian yarn prices covers the domestic and export markets, including carded and combed cotton, poly-cotton, poly-viscose, 100% polyester and 100% viscose. Yarn prices are compared with fiber prices offering latest trends of spinners' margins. Market fundamentals are available on a monthly basis, including production and exports.
Spandex and PTMEG Prices in China (Monthly Report)
31 October 2018 - Spandex prices have very slightly dropped in the past four weeks in China, reflecting the current weakness in demand from downward processors. Raw material costs have ben mixed in the meantime, with PTMEG and MDI moving differently. Spandex prices are now very low by historical standard, as reflected by our 10-year data. Our monthly report covers spandex and PTMEG prices on the domestic Chinese market, with gross margin trends at spandex plants on a weekly basis. Daily data over the last 12 months and monthly average prices over 10 years are available for download.
China Yarn Prices: Domestic and Import Markets (Weekly Report)
30 October 2018 - Cotton yarn prices have begun more clearly declining in China, in line with a lack of demand from downward textile and apparel producers, now reluctant in buying yarns ahead of additional US sanctions over Chinese imports. Our weekly report covers the China yarn domestic and import market indicators, as well as local market prices in Qianqing and Shaoxing (Zhejiang). Prices of a large number of counts are released for spun cotton, polyester, viscose and blends. Import prices are also available for yarns from India, Indonesia, Pakistan, and Vietnam. Domestic and import yarn prices are compared. All data are available for download.
Nylon/Polyamide and Caprolactam Market Prices in China (Monthly Report)
30 October 2018 - Nylon 6 prices are now expected more sharply dropping in China after already experiencing a slight decline in the past four weeks. Raw material costs have plunged at polyamide plants, in line with a significant fall of caprolactam prices after benzene prices have also heavily plummeted on the international market. Our monthly report covers the latest and long-term trends of nylon 6 (polyamide 6) prices, also displaying a vertical view of the nylon chain prices, including benzene, caprolactam, staple fibers and filament yarns. The nylon/CPL spread is also calculated for assessing gross margin trends of filament producers. Daily prices of the past 12 months are available for download.
Linen Fiber and Yarn Prices in China (Quarterly Report)
30 October 2018 - Flax fiber and linen yarn prices have continued surging this summer in China, mostly due to a lower production level whareas demand remained strong from foreign apparel buyers. The trade war with the United States may negatively affect the market activities whereas India has imposed anti-dumping duties on imports of Chinese linen yarns. Our report offers a comprehensive view of the international market prices, including China's flax fiber import prices and linen yarn and fabric export prices. China's import and export data in volume and value terms are also available for download on a monthly basis back to December 2012.
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Monday, November 5th, 2018
PRICE DATABASEAcrylic fiber prices could significntly decline in the coming period after acrylonitrile prices have plunged in the past two weeks in China: Acryilic vs. Acrylonitrile prices in China (1-Year Chart)
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U.S. Apparel Imports: Latest and Long-Term Trends (Monthly Report)
5 November 2018 - US apparel imports have surprisingly rebounded in September over a sudden recovery of Chinese shipments in volume, but also in value terms. Imports from Vietnam have even surged in September, after having slowed down in the past months. The September's recovery has helped three quarter data slightly taking off, also reflecting a rise of unit prices this year. Our monthly review covers US apparel import data, with historical trends being analyzed over the 2000-2018 period including cotton vs man-made fiber apparel, and China vs Rest of World (RoW) and vs Vietnam.
Polyester Chain Prices: PX, PTA, MEG and Fiber Prices (Weekly Report)
5 November 2018 - Polyester chain prices have continued decreasing in the last seven days in China, with PTA prices returning to lower levels after a short-lived rebound. A sharp decline of crude oil prices and a depressed demand from textile producers should result in lower prices in the coming period. Our weekly report covers the polyester chain in Asia, including PX (paraxylene), PTA (purified terephthalic acid), MEG (mono-ethylene glycol), polyester chips, and polyester staple and filament prices. Asian Contract Prices (ACPs) are also available for the PX, PTA and MEG markets in Asia, with 5-year charts and downloadable historical data.
Cotton Prices on International and Domestic Markets (Weekly Report)
5 November 2018 - Cotton prices could rebound in the next year in China, over a lack of state reserves and a need to import quality cotton. Chinese demand for foreign cotton would therefore support prices on the international market. New York's futures would not necessarily reflect international trends, due to additional tariffs depressing China's demand for US cotton. Our weekly cotton report covers the international futures market in New York and China, and the physical indicator "A Index". Domestic cotton prices in China, India and Pakistan are also reviewed through a large number of tables and charts. All data are available for download.
Cotton and Polyester Price Comparison: China, India and Pakistan (Monthly Report)
2 November 2018 - The price difference between cotton and polyester prices has reached very low levels in the past month in India and Pakistan after PSF prices have continued rising in both countries. The fall of polyester prices in China should however result in lower PSF prices in India and Pakistan with the price gap being partly restored and benefiting polyester use. Our monthly report delivers a comparative view of the average cotton and polyester prices in China, India and Pakistan, including the latest and historical trends of cotton/polyester price difference. Our charts cover the past 5-year period. Full historical data covering the past 10 years are available for download.
Currency Trends in Emerging Countries: October 2018 (Monthly Report)
2 November 2018 - Emerging currencies have further tumbled in October, offering some strong support to exporters of low-cost countries. Pakistan has experienced a new sharp depreciation of the rupee whereas the Sri Lankan currency has again fallen over the ongoing political crisis in the country. The euro and the pound have also been weak, nevertheless. Our monthly statistical report covers the past two years and displays a comprehensive view of currency values against the US dollar but also v. the euro, the British pound, the Indian and Pak rupees, and the Chinese renminbi over a 2-year period.
Wool Prices in Australia (Weekly Report)
2 November 2018 - Wool prices have further declined this week in Australia, mostly due to a rebound of the local currency. Prices have now fallen below their level a year ago in fine micron categories and in US dollar terms, staying however sharply above their level 2 or 5 years earlier, as reflected by our historical tables. Our report delivers a comprehensive view of wool prices in Australia, with a long list of micron types in A$, US$ and euro terms. Historical charts are also available, such as downloadable historical data. Links to weekly market reports in New Zealand and South Africa are provided.
Yarn Price Comparison: China vs India and Pakistan (Weekly Report)
1 November 2018 - Spun yarn prices are now declining in China, India and Pakistan, although very slightly and with prices of certain products and segment still rising. The overall fall of market prices could however rapidly gain all textile materials. Our yarn comparison report offers a comprehensive view of 30s or 32s carded yarns in China, India and Pakistan, in local currency and US$ terms on a weekly basis over the last 12 months. 100% cotton, 100% polyester and 100% viscose are being covered with all data available for download.
Viscose Staple Fiber and Spun Yarn Prices (Weekly Report)
1 November 2018 - Viscose fiber and spun yarn prices have declined in the past seven days in China and Pakistan, reflecting an overall drop of market prices in the current period. A lack of demand from spinners and the fall of polyester fiber prices are depressing the viscose market. Our weekly report covers the viscose/rayon staple fiber and filament markets over the last 12 months. Viscose spun yarn prices in China, India and Pakistan are also available. Cotton linter, cotton pulp and wood pulp prices on domestic and import markets are being tracked over the last 12 months, in addition.
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Tuesday, November 6th, 2018
PRICE DATABASEYarn prices have remained very firm in the past seven days in India: India Yarn Market: Price DataBase
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China Apparel Exports in 1st Half 2018 (Country Report)
6 November 2018 - China's apparel exports have been far from plunging in the second quarter of 2018, thanks to the development of sales to other Asian countries. Exports to the United States and the European Union have been very depressed in volume terms, however less significantly falling in value terms. China's exports could however suffer from the threat of additional US tariffs on all Chinese shipments, including apparel. Our statistical series provide a comprehensive picture of China's clothing exports in 2nd quarter 2018, with value changes per destination. Export data are also available over a 4-year period. In addition, the report includes a comprehensive review of US and EU imports from China per product category.
China Yarn Prices: Domestic and Import Markets (Weekly Report)
6 November 2018 - Spun yarn prices are dropping in China, with polyester yarn prices more significantly declining, in line with the sharp fall of staple fiber prices in the last two weeks. Viscose spun prices are now also sliding, after VSF prices have begun retreating back to lower levels. Yarn import prices have continued decreasing in the past seven days. Our weekly report covers the China yarn domestic and import market indicators, as well as local market prices in Qianqing and Shaoxing (Zhejiang). Prices of a large number of counts are released for spun cotton, polyester, viscose and blends. Import prices are also available for yarns from India, Indonesia, Pakistan, and Vietnam. Domestic and import yarn prices are compared. All data are available for download.
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Wednesday, November 7th, 2018
PRICE DATABASEPSF prices have fallen across the board in the past seven days in China, India and Pakistan: Polyester Staple Fiber Prices in China, India and Pakistan
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Polyester Fiber Prices in China, India and Pakistan (Weekly Report)
7 November 2018 - Polyester prices have been eventually been lowered this week in India, whereas further dropping in Pakistan. Staple fiber and filament prices have more sharply fallen in China, with domestic polyester markets in India and Pakistan being therefore pressured by surging competition from Chinese imports. Our weekly report covers the Polyester Staple Fiber (PSF) on the domestic markets in China, India, and Pakistan. Polyester filament prices in China are also released, whereas the report includes a price comparison of polyester with cotton and viscose in China.
Pakistan Yarn Prices: Domestic and Export Markets (Weekly Report)
7 November 2018 - Polyester fiber prices have further dropped in Pakistan whereas cotton fiber prices were rebounding over a too low level in production once again this season. Yarn prices have therefore moved into different directions in the past seven days. Our weekly review offers a comprehensive picture of the domestic and export yarn markets in Pakistan, with cotton yarns, polyester-cotton, polyester-viscose, polyester spun and viscose spun prices being covered. All these weekly data are available for download over a 12-month period.
India Yarn Prices: Domestic and Export Markets (Weekly Report)
7 November 2018 - Spun yarn prices have given signs of weakness in the past days in India, as market activities were reduced by Diwali celebration. Polyester spun prices have dropped in line with a decline of PSF prices on the domestic market and reflected by our new tables covering yarn prices in Tirupur (Tamil Nadu) and Bhiwandi (Maharashtra). Our review of Indian yarn prices covers the domestic and export markets, including carded and combed cotton, poly-cotton, poly-viscose, 100% polyester and 100% viscose. Yarn prices are compared with fiber prices offering latest trends of spinners' margins. Market fundamentals are available on a monthly basis, including production and exports.
Polyester Fiber & Yarn Price Comparison: China vs. India and Pakistan (Monthly Report)
7 November 2018 - Polyester staple fiber prices have begun sharply dropping in October in China whereas further rising in India and Pakistan. Whatever the difference in PSF trends, gross margins of spinners have everywhere fallen, as producers were too weak to resist the fall in demand. Our monthly report compares polyester staple fiber and polyester spun yarn prices in China, India and Pakistan, in both local currency terms and US$ terms. Gross margins of spinners are also calculated on a monthly basis. Historical data back to 2007 are available for download.
Cotton Fiber & Yarn Price Comparison: China vs. India and Pakistan (Monthly Report)
7 November 2018 - Cotton fiber and yarn prices have begun clearly falling in October in China and India whereas rebounding for a while in Pakistan. Gross margins have improved in China and India, as spinners were slow in reducing their offers. Our monthly report compares cotton fiber and yarn prices in China, India and Pakistan, offering a comprehensive view of the yarn/fiber spreads in the three countries. These gross margins of domestic spinners are displayed on a monthly basis with 10-year historical data available for download.
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Thursday, November 8th, 2018
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US Apparel Imports in 3rd Quarter 2018: Origins (Statistical Report)
8 November 2018 - US apparel imports have been stronger in the third quarter of 2018, with Chinese shipments slightly recovering whereas Vietnam and Bangladesh have also benefited from the rebound of US demand. Duty-free access has been a key advantage for a series of countries in Central America, but also for Jordan and Egypt. Our quarterly and annual report details shipments to U.S. market per origin, with volume and value changes, market shares, and unit value variations in the last five years. Quarterly data covering the 2013-18 period are available for download
Viscose Staple Fiber and Spun Yarn Prices (Weekly Report)
8 November 2018 - Viscose fiber prices have continued declining in the past seven days in China, over a decrease of cotton and polyester prices in the last weeks. Demand is depressed by anticipations of lower prices in the remainder of the year. Our weekly report covers the viscose/rayon staple fiber and filament markets over the last 12 months. Viscose spun yarn prices in China, India and Pakistan are also available. Cotton linter, cotton pulp and wood pulp prices on domestic and import markets are being tracked over the last 12 months, in addition.
Yarn Price Comparison: China vs India and Pakistan (Weekly Report)
8 November 2018 - Polyester fiber and spun yarn prices are now clearly falling in China, India and Pakistan with the sharp decline of the Chinese market being slowly transmitted to rival producers in other countries. Cotton fiber and yarn prices could now experience the same downward trend. Our yarn comparison report offers a comprehensive view of 30s or 32s carded yarns in China, India and Pakistan, in local currency and US$ terms on a weekly basis over the last 12 months. 100% cotton, 100% polyester and 100% viscose are being covered with all data available for download.
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Monday, November 12th, 2018
PRICE DATABASEPolyester chain prices have further fallen in the current month, as reflected by our average data in the month-to-date, updated on a daily basis.
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Cotton Prices on International and Domestic Markets (Weekly Report)
12 November 2018 - Cotton prices have remained relatively firm this week on international and domestic markets, with pessimism however prevailing after the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has confirmed that cotton consumption could eventually be lower than expected this season. Production levels have also been overestimated, especially in Pakistan where prices are further rising as a result. Our weekly cotton report covers the international futures market in New York and China, and the physical indicator "A Index". Domestic cotton prices in China, India and Pakistan are also reviewed through a large number of tables and charts. All data are available for download.
Polyester Chain Prices: PX, PTA, MEG and Fiber Prices (Weekly Report)
12 November 2018 - Polyester chain prices have continued to drop across the board in the last seven days in Asia, reflecting a continued fall of crude oil and paraxylene prices whereas demand for polyester fibers was further declining. Our weekly report covers the polyester chain in Asia, including PX (paraxylene), PTA (purified terephthalic acid), MEG (mono-ethylene glycol), polyester chips, and polyester staple and filament prices. Asian Contract Prices (ACPs) are also available for the PX, PTA and MEG markets in Asia, with 5-year charts and downloadable historical data.
Sri Lanka Apparel Exports in 1st Half 2018 (Country Report)
9 November 2018 - Sri Lanka's apparel exports have recovered in the first months of the year, mostly due to a surge in sales to continental Europe, whereas shipments to the U.K. and the United States have however fallen. After Cambodia and Myanmar, Sri Lanka is now threatened by EU's Commission to lose its duty-free access if the current political crisis results in a deterioration of human rights in the country. Our statistical tables provides a comprehensive view of latest and historical export trends with export data covering the last 10 years. Detailed EU and US import data per category of products over the first quarter 2018 are also available.
Wool Prices in Australia (Weekly Report)
9 November 2018 - Wool prices have continued plunging this week in Australia, in line with a rise of the local currency, and a sharp decline of demand from China, already down more than 20% in August, in volume terms. Our report delivers a comprehensive view of wool prices in Australia, with a long list of micron types in A$, US$ and euro terms. Historical charts are also available, such as downloadable historical data. Links to weekly market reports in New Zealand and South Africa are provided.
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Wednesday, November 14th, 2018
PRICE DATABASECotton yarn import prices have lost their price advantage at Chinese borders, after domestic spinners have more significantly lowered their offers.
China cotton yarn import vs domestic prices: 32s cotton in last 3 months
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Polyester Fiber Prices in China, India and Pakistan (Weekly Report)
14 November 2018 - Polyester fiber prices have further plunged in the past seven days in China, eventually returning to their initial levels before they have suddenly surged in the summer. Demand is reportedly rebounding and a price stabilization is now anticipated. The sharp fall of crude oil prices in the past days could however trigger a new decline of polyester prices. Our weekly report covers the Polyester Staple Fiber (PSF) on the domestic markets in China, India, and Pakistan. Polyester filament prices in China are also released, whereas the report includes a price comparison of polyester with cotton and viscose in China.
US Apparel Imports in 3rd Quarter and Jan-Sep 2018: Categories (Statistical Report)
14 November 2018 - US cotton apparel imports have stopped falling in volume terms in second and third quarter this year, although unit prices have rebounded. Man-made fiber imports remain firm, thanks to the stability of unit values whereas the surge of wool apparel prices has depressed demand, as reflected by our detailed analysis of US apparel imports per category. Our series of statistical tables offer a comprehensive view of volume, value and unit value changes, compared with previous quarters and years in 2012-18. Full data are available for downloading into a comprehensive table.
India Yarn Prices: Domestic and Export Markets (Weekly Report)
14 November 2018 - Yarn prices are staying stable or slightly declining in the current period in India, with cotton prices however remaining very firm after the government has sharply raised the minimum price levels. Margins could therefore drop at spinning mills, as reflected by our new tables covering yarn prices in Tirupur (Tamil Nadu) and Bhiwandi (Maharashtra). Our review of Indian yarn prices covers the domestic and export markets, including carded and combed cotton, poly-cotton, poly-viscose, 100% polyester and 100% viscose. Yarn prices are compared with fiber prices offering latest trends of spinners' margins. Market fundamentals are available on a monthly basis, including production and exports.
Pakistan Yarn Prices: Domestic and Export Markets (Weekly Report)
14 November 2018 - Polyester and viscose fiber prices have continued falling in the last seven days in Pakistan, therefore pressuring yarn prices on the domestic market. The fall of prices is triggering a rebound in demand for yarns in the current period, our correspondent reports. Our weekly review offers a comprehensive picture of the domestic and export yarn markets in Pakistan, with cotton yarns, polyester-cotton, polyester-viscose, polyester spun and viscose spun prices being covered. All these weekly data are available for download over a 12-month period.
China Yarn Prices: Domestic and Import Markets (Weekly Report)
13 November 2018 - Polyester spun prices have further dropped in the last seven days in China, in line with a sharp decline of polyester staple fiber prices. Margins are improving at Chinese spinning mills with demand being however depressed by the continuous fall of prices. Our weekly report covers the China yarn domestic and import market indicators, as well as local market prices in Qianqing and Shaoxing (Zhejiang). Prices of a large number of counts are released for spun cotton, polyester, viscose and blends. Import prices are also available for yarns from India, Indonesia, Pakistan, and Vietnam. Domestic and import yarn prices are compared. All data are available for download.
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Monday, November 19th, 2018
PRICE DATABASEPolyester chain have bottomed out in Asia, over a rebound of crude oil prices and lower operating rates at PTA plants:
Polyester Chain Prices in the Far East
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Cotton Prices on International and Domestic Markets (Weekly Report)
19 November 2018 - The cotton market has remained relatively depressed in the past week, in line with an overall drop of financial markets due to a rise of the US dollar and a slowing down economic growth, especially in China. Our weekly cotton report covers the international futures market in New York and China, and the physical indicator "A Index". Domestic cotton prices in China, India and Pakistan are also reviewed through a large number of tables and charts. All data are available for download.
Polyester Chain Prices: PX, PTA, MEG and Fiber Prices (Weekly Report)
19 November 2018 - Polyester chain prices have eventually bottomed out in the last days, over a rebound of crude oil prices and a reduction of operating rates at a series of PTA, MEG and polyester fiber plants in the Far East, including China. Demand remains however very depressed from downward processors due to poor seasonal trends and a lower economic growth in China. Our weekly report covers the polyester chain in Asia, including PX (paraxylene), PTA (purified terephthalic acid), MEG (mono-ethylene glycol), polyester chips, and polyester staple and filament prices. Asian Contract Prices (ACPs) are also available for the PX, PTA and MEG markets in Asia, with 5-year charts and downloadable historical data.
Wool Prices in Australia (Weekly Report)
16 November 2018 - Wool prices have apparently stabilized in certain micron categories whereas less sharply falling in other categories, this week in Australia. Depending on categories and markets, prices have moved in very different directions with currency variations also playing their role. Our report delivers a comprehensive view of wool prices in Australia, with a long list of micron types in A$, US$ and euro terms. Historical charts are also available, such as downloadable historical data. Links to weekly market reports in New Zealand and South Africa are provided.
Textile Fiber Price Comparison (Monthly Report)
15 November 2018 - Textile fiber prices are now falling on the international and domestic markets. The overall drop has been triggered by a very sharp decline of polyester prices in China, followed by viscose in the past two weeks. Cotton prices are less dramatically declining, whereas wool has tumbled from its peak levels of the past summer. Acrylic fibers have until now resisted whatever the free fall of acrylonitrile. Our tables and charts offer a 12-month price comparison of most used textile fibers, including cotton, polyester, viscose, wool, acrylic and nylon, all being available for download on a weekly basis through our historical csv file.
Yarn Price Comparison: China vs India and Pakistan (Weekly Report)
15 November 2018 - Fiber and yarn prices are falling on domestic markets of China, India and Pakistan, in line with the current decline of cotton, polyester and viscose fiber prices. Demand is depressed in anticipation of lower prices in the remainder of the year. Our yarn comparison report offers a comprehensive view of 30s or 32s carded yarns in China, India and Pakistan, in local currency and US$ terms on a weekly basis over the last 12 months. 100% cotton, 100% polyester and 100% viscose are being covered with all data available for download.
Viscose Staple Fiber and Spun Yarn Prices (Weekly Report)
15 November 2018 - Viscose fiber and yarn prices have fallen across the board in the last seven days in China, also sharply dropping in Pakistan. VSF prices have dramatically declined in a few weeks only, with material costs of fiber producers staying however unchanged and operating rates being reduced, as a result. Our weekly report covers the viscose/rayon staple fiber and filament markets over the last 12 months. Viscose spun yarn prices in China, India and Pakistan are also available. Cotton linter, cotton pulp and wood pulp prices on domestic and import markets are being tracked over the last 12 months, in addition.
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Wednesday, November 21st, 2018
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EU Clothing Imports in 3rd Quarter and January-September 2018: Origins (Statistical Report)
21 November 2018 - China's share of the European Union's clothing imports has sharply dropped in the third quarter of the year in volume terms, as Chinese unit prices were further soaring. Bangladesh has continued taking advantage of China's setback whereas the surge in shipments from Myanmar or Cambodia has followed the relocation of Chinese apparel industry to low-cost countries in Asia. Latest trends are reflected by our comprehensive review of 3rd quarter and January-September data per origin, from 2013-2018. A large number of statistical tables are published, with volume, value and unit value changes released in both euro and US$ terms. The full tables are also available for download.
Polyester Fiber Prices in China, India and Pakistan (Weekly Report)
21 November 2018 - Far from stabilizing, polyester fiber prices could now decline to lower levels in line with a sharp fall of intermediate prices this week in China. Demand is being lowered all over the polyester pipeline, as processors try limiting their stocks ahead of a full trade war between US and China. Our weekly report covers the Polyester Staple Fiber (PSF) on the domestic markets in China, India, and Pakistan. Polyester filament prices in China are also released, whereas the report includes a price comparison of polyester with cotton and viscose in China.
India Yarn Prices: Domestic and Export Markets (Weekly Report)
21 November 2018 - Cotton prices are now more clearly falling in India, in line with the seasonal rise of cotton arrivals from the new crop. Spun yarn prices are slightly dropping, as a consequence. The decline remains limited with cotton prices expected staying firm. Our review of Indian yarn prices covers the domestic and export markets, including carded and combed cotton, poly-cotton, poly-viscose, 100% polyester and 100% viscose. Major yarn production centres are covered with Tirupur (Tamil Nadu), Bhiwandi (Maharashtra) and Ludhiana (Punjab). Yarn prices are compared with fiber prices offering latest trends of spinners' margins. Market fundamentals are available on a monthly basis, including production and exports.
Pakistan Yarn Prices: Domestic and Export Markets (Weekly Report)
21 November 2018 - Cotton yarn prices are now falling on domestic and export markets in Pakistan, reflecting the lack of demand from downward textile and clothing producers, as the threat of a US-China trade war is now lowering the global economic growth, our correspondent reports. Our weekly review offers a comprehensive picture of the domestic and export yarn markets in Pakistan, with cotton yarns, polyester-cotton, polyester-viscose, polyester spun and viscose spun prices being covered. All these weekly data are available for download over a 12-month period.
US Apparel Imports in Jan-Sep 2018: China vs. Rest of World (Statistical Report)
20 November 2018 - China has once again lost shares of the US apparel market in the first three quarters of the year. Because of their inability of further lowering prices, Chinese exporters have suffered from competition from other nations, especially in man-made fiber apparel categories where they were supposed to have a decisive advantage. This is reflected by our statistical review comparing US apparel imports from China with shipments from Rest of the World (RoW) for every category of products, in volume, value and unit value terms. Historical data cover the first half of the past five years, from 2013-2018.
China Yarn Prices: Domestic and Import Markets (Weekly Report)
20 November 2018 - China's yarn market remains very depressed with operating rates being progressively lowered at spinning and weaving mills in order to limit the fall of prices and margins. Spun polyester and viscose prices have sharply dropped, in line with the decline of fiber prices. Our weekly report covers the China yarn domestic and import market indicators, as well as local market prices in Qianqing and Shaoxing (Zhejiang). Prices of a large number of counts are released for spun cotton, polyester, viscose and blends. Import prices are also available for yarns from India, Indonesia, Pakistan, and Vietnam. Domestic and import yarn prices are compared. All data are available for download.
China Textile & Clothing Production Costs (Country Report)
19 November 2018 - Production prices are rising at a lower pace in China, reflecting the fall of the economic growth in the country. Business activity is now threatened by major issues, including the trade war with the US, or the fight against pollution and shadow banking. Textile and apparel data are however much more contrasted with clothing exports currently rebounding. Our statistical report offers a comprehensive view of production costs and consumer prices in China, including in textile and clothing sectors. Labor costs in major provinces are also being followed.
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Monday, November 26th, 2018
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Cotton Prices on International and Domestic Markets (Weekly Report)
26 November 2018 - Cotton prices have continued slightly sliding on the international and domestic markets in the past week. Larger availability of cotton fibers in this part of the year is pressuring prices whereas the global economic slowdown is depressing demand, amid an overall decline of equity and commodity markets. Our weekly cotton report covers the international futures market in New York and China, and the physical indicator "A Index". Domestic cotton prices in China, India and Pakistan are also reviewed through a large number of tables and charts. All data are available for download.
Polyester Chain Prices: PX, PTA, MEG and Fiber Prices (Weekly Report)
26 November 2018 - Polyester intermediate prices are falling across the board, therefore triggering a new decline of polyester fiber prices. The sharp decrease of crude oil prices is behind this new wave of price declines, depressing demand as processors prefer limiting their inventory levels and cutting operating rates all along the polyester chain. Our weekly report covers the polyester chain in Asia, including PX (paraxylene), PTA (purified terephthalic acid), MEG (mono-ethylene glycol), polyester chips, and polyester staple and filament prices. Asian Contract Prices (ACPs) are also available for the PX, PTA and MEG markets in Asia, with 5-year charts and downloadable historical data.
Wool Prices in Australia (Weekly Report)
23 November 2018 - Wool prices have surprisingly rebounded this week in Australia, as a result of a sudden return of Chinese demand. Medium micron categories have therefore been boosted, but long-term prospects remain gloomy, whatever the potential lack of supply in drought-affected Australia. Our report delivers a comprehensive view of wool prices in Australia, with a long list of micron types in A$, US$ and euro terms. Historical charts are also available, such as downloadable historical data. Links to weekly market reports in New Zealand and South Africa are provided.
EU Clothing Imports in 3rd Quarter and Jan-Sep 2018: Categories (Quarterly Report)
23 November 2018 - EU's clothing imports are now dropping in volume terms due to the fall of the European currencies against the US dollar. Shipments have even sharply declined in a series of product categories whereas imports were resisting in other HS 4-digit categories, as reflected by our tables. Unit prices have begun rebounding in euro terms in the third quarter, with January-September data however still benefiting from the good results of the first two quarters of the year. Statistical tables are published with volume, value and unit value changes in euro and US$ terms, covering 61 and 62 HS chapters (knit and woven clothing). The full table is also available for download with 5-year historical data from third quarter and Jan-Sep 2013.
E.U. Clothing Imports: Latest and Long-Term Trends (Monthly Report)
22 November 2018 - EU's clothing imports are clearly slowing down, as a result of the fall of the euro. Chinese shipments have sharply dropped in September from a year earlier, whereas imports from Bangladesh were dramatically slowing down. Unit values have bottomed out in euro terms, Our report covers monthly EU clothing import data, with historical trends being analyzed, and a specific focus on China vs Rest of World (RoW) and Bangladesh, and on knit vs woven clothing. Data are supplied in euro and in US dollars with historical data available for download, back to January 2000.
Viscose Staple Fiber and Spun Yarn Prices (Weekly Report)
22 November 2018 - Viscose fiber prices have further declined in the last seven days in China, but could now stabilize after inventories have been eventually reduced at spinning mills. VSF prices have also been lowered in Pakistan. Our weekly report covers the viscose/rayon staple fiber and filament markets over the last 12 months. Viscose spun yarn prices in China, India and Pakistan are also available. Cotton linter, cotton pulp and wood pulp prices on domestic and import markets are being tracked over the last 12 months, in addition.
Yarn Price Comparison: China vs India and Pakistan (Weekly Report)
22 November 2018 - Yarn prices have sharply dropped over the past weekly period on China's polyester and viscose markets, in line with a previous fall of fiber prices. Yarn prices have remained relatively firm in India, with cotton yarn prices however falling in Pakistan over a lack of demand. Our yarn comparison report offers a comprehensive view of 30s or 32s carded yarns in China, India and Pakistan, in local currency and US$ terms on a weekly basis over the last 12 months. 100% cotton, 100% polyester and 100% viscose are being covered with all data available for download.
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Wednesday, November 28th, 2018
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Polyester Fiber Prices in China, India and Pakistan (Weekly Report)
28 November 2018 - The polyester fiber prices have continued falling in the last seven days in China, although at a lower pace than previously observed. After plunging by about 30% in the past months, polyester fibers could attract more demand at their new levels whereas processors could now need replenishing their stocks. Our weekly report covers the Polyester Staple Fiber (PSF) on the domestic markets in China, India, and Pakistan. Polyester filament prices in China are also released, whereas the report includes a price comparison of polyester with cotton and viscose in China.
U.S. Apparel Imports in Jan-Sep 2018: China vs. Vietnam, Cambodia, Indonesia, India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Mexico and Honduras
27 November 2018 - US apparel imports have very differently moved in the first three quarters of the year, depending on origins and product categories. China remains by far the leading supplier of the US market whereas rival countries have not been able to radically reduce its share in 2018. A surge of tariffs as part of the US-China trade war would of course radically change the picture. Our series of statistical tables offer a comprehensive comparison of volume, value and unit value changes per origin and product category in Jan-Sep 2018. The report also includes a detailed comparison of Chinese price trends vs other origins, through a series of indexes. Unit value changes in percentage terms and market shares per category and per origin are also released. Our full table is available for download.
EU Clothing Imports in 3rd Quarter and Jan-Sep 2018: Markets (Quarterly Report)
28 November 2018 - Ahead of Brexit's major disruption, UK's clothing imports have sharply fallen in the third quarter in volume terms amid surging unit prices in dollar terms, if considering direct shipments from outside the European Union. Spain has therefore become the second largest destination, reflecting the success of its apparel chains in the past 15 years. Shipments to other EU's members have steadily risen in third quarter. Our 5-year data from third quarter 2013 reflect long-term trends of European Union clothing markets, offering a comprehensive review of the European Union imports per destination. Our statistical report provides volume, value and unit value changes released in both euro and US$ terms. The full table is available for download.
India Yarn Prices: Domestic and Export Markets (Weekly Report)
28 November 2018 - Cotton and polyester yarn prices are clearly declining on India's domestic market, in line with a drop of fiber prices. By contrast, cotton yarn export prices are being raised in US$ terms, due to the rebound of the rupee in the past weeks, as spinners try to maintain their margins. Our review of Indian yarn prices covers the domestic and export markets, including carded and combed cotton, poly-cotton, poly-viscose, 100% polyester and 100% viscose. Major yarn production centres are covered with Tirupur (Tamil Nadu), Bhiwandi (Maharashtra) and Ludhiana (Punjab). Yarn prices are compared with fiber prices offering latest trends of spinners' margins. Market fundamentals are available on a monthly basis, including production and exports.
Pakistan Yarn Prices: Domestic and Export Markets (Weekly Report)
28 November 2018 - Fiber and yarn prices are slightly dropping in Pakistan, where downward processors anticipate lower prices in the coming period, therefore maintaining their inventories at minimum levels, our correspondent reports. Our weekly review offers a comprehensive picture of the domestic and export yarn markets in Pakistan, with cotton yarns, polyester-cotton, polyester-viscose, polyester spun and viscose spun prices being covered. All these weekly data are available for download over a 12-month period.
China Yarn Prices: Domestic and Import Markets (Weekly Report)
27 November 2018 - Yarn prices have continued dropping in the last seven days in China, amid signs they could however stabilize. Inventories have now reached minimum levels which could boost demand and support prices after operating rates have been reduced at spinning mills, in addition. Cotton yarn futures have already bottomed out. Our weekly report covers the China yarn domestic and import market indicators, as well as local market prices in Qianqing and Shaoxing (Zhejiang). Prices of a large number of counts are released for spun cotton, polyester, viscose and blends. Import prices are also available for yarns from India, Indonesia, Pakistan, and Vietnam. Domestic and import yarn prices are compared. All data are available for download.
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Monday, December 3rd, 2018
PRICE DATABASE Cotton yarn prices have further fallen in the past days on China's domestic market, reflecting the lack of textile activity in the current period:
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Cotton Prices on International and Domestic Markets (Weekly Report)
3 December 2018 - Cotton futures were this Monday rebounding in electronic trading in Asia after Washington and Beijing have announced a 3-month trade truce, with China potentially buying larger quantities of US agricultural products. The 25% additional tariff on China's imports of US cotton should limit any rebound in demand and prices, if not removed. Our weekly cotton report covers the international futures market in New York and China, and the physical indicator "A Index". Domestic cotton prices in China, India and Pakistan are also reviewed through a large number of tables and charts. All data are available for download.
Polyester Chain Prices: PX, PTA, MEG and Fiber Prices (Weekly Report)
3 December 2018 - Crude oil prices have today rebounded as a result of the 3-month trade truce agreed by China and the United States on Saturday. A more positive mood could trigger a rebound of demand in the polyester chain, at least for replenishing inventories in anticipation of higher prices in the remainder of the year. Any recovery could however be limited, as analyzed in our weekly report covering the polyester chain in Asia, including PX (paraxylene), PTA (purified terephthalic acid), MEG (mono-ethylene glycol), polyester chips, and polyester staple and filament prices. Asian Contract Prices (ACPs) are also available for the PX, PTA and MEG markets in Asia, with 5-year charts and downloadable historical data.
Spandex and PTMEG Prices in China (Monthly Report)
30 November 2018 - Spandex prices have further dropped in the last four weeks in China, although very slightly. Raw material costs of spandex producers have also declined, with PTMEG being slightly down whereas MDI prices were more sharply decreasing. Our monthly report covers spandex and PTMEG prices on the domestic Chinese market, with gross margin trends at spandex plants on a weekly basis. Price offers of major spandex producers are also released. Daily data over the last 12 months and monthly average prices over 10 years are available for download.
Inflation in Emerging Countries (Monthly Report)
30 November 2018 - Consumer prices are still under control in emerging countries, with however Egypt, Turkey and now Pakistan experiencing higher higher inflation rates than average. Pakistan is now confronted with a financial crisis after the rupee has sharply dropped this year and the central bank has been forced significantly raising its benchmark interest rate. Our monthly report offers a comparison of inflation rates in low-cost countries, with historical data available back to June 2007. Impact of currency changes vs the US dollar, the euro and the Sterling is also calculated to assess real terms of trade for exporters.
Wool Prices in Australia (Weekly Report)
30 November 2018 - Wool prices have remained firm this week in Australia after previously rebounding. Chinese buyers could have however filled their quota with demand potentially dropping for Australian wool in the coming weeks. The level of market prices continues heavily depending on Chinese demand, as reflected by our monthly trade data covering the 12 months to last August. Our report delivers a comprehensive view of wool prices in Australia, with a long list of micron types in A$, US$ and euro terms. Historical charts are also available, such as downloadable historical data. Links to weekly market reports in New Zealand and South Africa are provided.
Viscose Staple Fiber and Spun Yarn Prices (Weekly Report)
29 November 2018 - Viscose staple fiber prices have begun bottoming out in China, after inventories have fallen to very low levels at spinning mills. Spun yarn prices could stop declining as a result but the recovery could rapidly end, however, due to ambient pessimism in the Chinese yarn industry. Our weekly report covers the viscose/rayon staple fiber and filament markets over the last 12 months. Viscose spun yarn prices in China, India and Pakistan are also available. Cotton linter, cotton pulp and wood pulp prices on domestic and import markets are being tracked over the last 12 months, in addition.
Yarn Price Comparison: China vs India and Pakistan (Weekly Report)
29 November 2018 - Cotton fiber and yarn prices are still falling in China, India and Pakistan, over a lack of demand from downward processors and a larger availability of cotton fibers in this period of the year. On the polyester market, India and Pakistan are slow in following the sharp decline of the Chinese market. Our yarn comparison report offers a comprehensive view of 30s or 32s carded yarns in China, India and Pakistan, in local currency and US$ terms on a weekly basis over the last 12 months. 100% cotton, 100% polyester and 100% viscose are being covered with all data available for download.
Nylon/Polyamide and Caprolactam Market Prices in China (Monthly Report)
29 November 2018 - Nylon 6 prices have begun sliding after benzene and caprolactam prices have sharply fallen in the last four weeks, over a similar decline of crude oil prices. Our monthly report covers the latest and long-term trends of nylon 6 (polyamide 6) prices, also displaying a vertical view of the nylon chain prices, including benzene, caprolactam, staple fibers and filament yarns. The nylon/CPL spread is also calculated for assessing gross margin trends of filament producers. Daily prices of the past 12 months are available for download.
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Wednesday, December 5th, 2018
PRICE DATABASEPolyester fiber prices are now bottoming out in China, after the US decision to delay punishing tariffs over Chinese goods has reversed anticipations in the polyester chain:
PRICE REPORTS
Polyester Fiber Prices in China, India and Pakistan (Weekly Report)
5 December 2018 - Polyester fiber prices have begun bottoming out in China, over a rebound of crude oil prices. The US decision to delay its punishing tariffs on Chinese goods has reversed anticipations whereas a need for replenishing inventories is also supporting prices. Our weekly report covers the Polyester Staple Fiber (PSF) on the domestic markets in China, India, and Pakistan. Polyester filament prices in China are also released, whereas the report includes a price comparison of polyester with cotton and viscose in China.
India Yarn Prices: Domestic and Export Markets (Weekly Report)
5 December 2018 - Cotton yarn prices could further drop in the coming period in India, as demand is reportedly weak from domestic and foreign processors. The rebound of the rupee has depressed the cotton yarn exports, as reflected by September data. The delay in cotton arrivals from the new crop could possibly offset the weakness in demand and maintain fiber prices at currently high levels. Our review of Indian yarn prices covers the domestic and export markets, including carded and combed cotton, poly-cotton, poly-viscose, 100% polyester and 100% viscose. Major yarn production centres are covered with Tirupur (Tamil Nadu), Bhiwandi (Maharashtra) and Ludhiana (Punjab). Yarn prices are compared with fiber prices offering latest trends of spinners' margins. Market fundamentals are available on a monthly basis, including production and exports.
Pakistan Yarn Prices: Domestic and Export Markets (Weekly Report)
5 December 2018 - Cotton fiber prices have once again rebounded in Pakistan, resulting in higher cotton yarn prices. The new fall of the local currency could push up fiber prices in the coming period, with polyester and viscose already climbing in rupee terms. Our weekly review offers a comprehensive picture of the domestic and export yarn markets in Pakistan, with cotton yarns, polyester-cotton, polyester-viscose, polyester spun and viscose spun prices being covered. All these weekly data are available for download over a 12-month period.
China Yarn Prices: Domestic and Import Markets (Weekly Report)
4 December 2018 - Spun yarn prices have continued slightly declining in the last seven days in China. The stabilization of fiber prices should however result in lower margins at spinning mills, with operating rates expected to be further reduced. Our weekly report covers the China yarn domestic and import market indicators, as well as local market prices in Qianqing and Shaoxing (Zhejiang). Prices of a large number of counts are released for spun cotton, polyester, viscose and blends. Import prices are also available for yarns from India, Indonesia, Pakistan, and Vietnam. Domestic and import yarn prices are compared. All data are available for download.
Cotton and Polyester Price Comparison: China, India and Pakistan (Monthly Report)
4 December 2018 - Cotton and polyester prices have moved into different directions in November, depending on countries. If fiber prices have mostly dropped, the cotton prices have actually rebounded against the polyester prices in the three countries. Our monthly report delivers a comparative view of the average cotton and polyester prices in China, India and Pakistan, including the latest and historical trends of cotton/polyester price difference. Our charts cover the past 5-year period. Full historical data covering the past 10 years are available for download.
Currency Trends in Emerging Countries: November 2018 (Monthly Report)
4 December 2018 - A series of emerging currencies have further rebounded in November, including the South African rand, the Turkish lira or most importantly the Indian rupee. The Pak rupee has again dropped by contrast, further falling over the last weekend. The euro could eventually rebound against the US dollar, in line with a weakening economic growth in the United States and a still looming trade conflict with China. Our monthly statistical report covers the past two years and displays a comprehensive view of currency values against the US dollar but also v. the euro, the British pound, the Indian and Pak rupees, and the Chinese renminbi over a 2-year period.
Yarn Price Comparison: China vs India and Pakistan (Weekly Report)
29 November 2018 - Cotton fiber and yarn prices are still falling in China, India and Pakistan, over a lack of demand from downward processors and a larger availability of cotton fibers in this period of the year. On the polyester market, India and Pakistan are slow in following the sharp decline of the Chinese market. Our yarn comparison report offers a comprehensive view of 30s or 32s carded yarns in China, India and Pakistan, in local currency and US$ terms on a weekly basis over the last 12 months. 100% cotton, 100% polyester and 100% viscose are being covered with all data available for download.
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Monday, December 10th, 2018
PRICE REPORTS
Polyester Chain Prices: PX, PTA, MEG and Fiber Prices (Weekly Report)
10 December 2018 - PTA prices have sharply rebounded in the last seven days in China, over a lack of supply and a high level of polyester fiber production. MEG prices have remained depressed by contrast. Polyester prices have slightly risen in the meantime, as analyzed in our weekly report covering the polyester chain in Asia, including PX (paraxylene), PTA (purified terephthalic acid), MEG (mono-ethylene glycol), polyester chips, and polyester staple and filament prices. Asian Contract Prices (ACPs) are also available for the PX, PTA and MEG markets in Asia, with 5-year charts and downloadable historical data.
Cotton Prices on International and Domestic Markets (Weekly Report)
10 December 2018 - Cotton prices have been very firm in the last week, reaching in New York the higher range of their long-term band above 80 cents. Such a rise is not only due to a possible agreement between China and the United States, but primarily the result of strong market fundamentals, with cotton production revised at lower levels in key harvesting countries and China's official buyers possibly returning to the international market. Our weekly cotton report covers the international futures market in New York and China, and the physical indicator "A Index". Domestic cotton prices in China, India and Pakistan are also reviewed through a large number of tables and charts. All data are available for download.
EU Clothing Import Price Comparison in 3rd Quarter and Jan-Sep 2018: China vs. Bangladesh, Cambodia, India, Indonesia, Morocco, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Tunisia, Turkey and Vietnam (Statistical Report)
7 December 2018 - Chinese shipments have plunged this year on EU's clothing import market, with rival countries taking advantage of this historical decline. Bangladesh is the more obvious winner, now ranking first in many HS 4-digit categories, but other origins are also benefiting from the shift our of China, mostly due to their duty-free access to the European Union. Morocco and Tunisia have taken advantage of their proximity, whereas Turkey is seizing opportunities offered by free access, proximity and a sharply lower currency. Our series of comparison tables offer a comprehensive view of EU clothing imports per HS 4-digit category with volume, value and unit price changes, while market shares are also calculated for each major supplying country. Full data are available for download
Wool Prices in Australia (Weekly Report)
7 December 2018 - Wool prices have moved very differently this week depending on wool categories with the volatility of currency values adding to current uncertainties. Our report delivers a comprehensive view of wool prices in Australia, with a long list of micron types in A$, US$ and euro terms. Historical charts are also available, such as downloadable historical data. Links to weekly market reports in New Zealand and South Africa are provided.
Yarn Price Comparison: China vs India and Pakistan (Weekly Report)
6 December 2018 - Prices are slightly dropping on domestic fiber and yarn markets in China, India and Pakistan overall. A new drop of the Pak. rupee is resulting in higher prices in Pakistan, in local currency terms however falling in US$ terms.Our yarn comparison report offers a comprehensive view of 30s or 32s carded yarns in China, India and Pakistan, in local currency and US$ terms on a weekly basis over the last 12 months. 100% cotton, 100% polyester and 100% viscose are being covered with all data available for download.
Viscose Staple Fiber and Spun Yarn Prices (Weekly Report)
6 December 2018 - Viscose fiber prices are now frozen in China, as a fall of margins is resulting in lower operating rates now supporting prices. VSF prices have further risen in the meantime in Pakistan over a new decline of the rupee.Our weekly report covers the viscose/rayon staple fiber and filament markets over the last 12 months. Viscose spun yarn prices in China, India and Pakistan are also available. Cotton linter, cotton pulp and wood pulp prices on domestic and import markets are being tracked over the last 12 months, in addition.
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Wednesday, December 12th, 2018
PRICE REPORTS
Polyester Fiber Prices in China, India and Pakistan (Weekly Report)
12 December 2018 - Polyester fiber prices have stabilized in the last days in China, remaining also stable in Pakistan. The fall of PTA prices in the past two days could result in lower polyester price levels in China, whereas a sharp decline of inventories could mean that demand and prices could rise, on the other hand. Our weekly report covers the Polyester Staple Fiber (PSF) on the domestic markets in China, India, and Pakistan. Polyester filament prices in China are also released, whereas the report includes a price comparison of polyester with cotton and viscose in China.
Pakistan Yarn Prices: Domestic and Export Markets (Weekly Report)
12 December 2018 - Demand is rebounding for cotton yarns on the Pakistan's domestic market, pushing up prices to higher levels. Cotton fiber prices are staying very firm due to a poor harvest once again this season and ahead of an expected rebound of cotton yarn production, our correspondent reports. Our weekly review offers a comprehensive picture of the domestic and export yarn markets in Pakistan, with cotton yarns, polyester-cotton, polyester-viscose, polyester spun and viscose spun prices being covered. All these weekly data are available for download over a 12-month period.
India Yarn Prices: Domestic and Export Markets (Weekly Report)
12 December 2018 - Cotton prices are now supported in India by an expected fall of cotton production to 9-year lows. Prices of fibers and yarns are however declining in US$ terms after the governor of the central bank has been replaced ahead of general elections, resulting in a fall of the rupee. Our review of Indian yarn prices covers the domestic and export markets, including carded and combed cotton, poly-cotton, poly-viscose, 100% polyester and 100% viscose. Major yarn production centres are covered with Tirupur (Tamil Nadu), Bhiwandi (Maharashtra) and Ludhiana (Punjab). Yarn prices are compared with fiber prices offering latest trends of spinners' margins. Market fundamentals are available on a monthly basis, including production and exports.
Polyester Fiber & Yarn Price Comparison: China vs. India and Pakistan (Monthly Report)
12 December 2018 - Polyester fiber prices have more or less dropped in China, India and Pakistan in November with margins however moving into different directions at spinning mills, if considering 100% PSF yarns. Spinners have begun digesting inventories before being able to lower their offers. The yarn/fiber spread has improved in China and India, however dropping in Pakistan. Our monthly report compares polyester staple fiber and polyester spun yarn prices in China, India and Pakistan, in both local currency terms and US$ terms. Gross margins of spinners are also calculated on a monthly basis. Historical data back to 2007 are available for download.
U.S. Apparel Imports: Latest and Long-Term Trends (Monthly Report)
12 December 2018 - US apparel imports have sharply rebounded in October, with shipments rising 14.5% in volume terms from a year earlier. Imports from China have even surged nearly 20% after Chinese prices have significantly fallen. The drop of polyester prices and anticipation of additional US tariffs as of January 1st may have triggered this very unusual volatility of US apparel imports. Our monthly review covers US apparel import data, with historical trends being analyzed over the 2000-2018 period including cotton vs man-made fiber apparel, and China vs Rest of World (RoW) and vs Vietnam.
Turkey's Clothing Exports in January-September 2018 (Country Report)
11 December 2018 - Turkey's clothing exports have recovered this year, being boosted by the sharp fall of the lira. Turkey has also again benefited from its proximity with the European Union, in addition to its duty-free access. The Turkish economy is however cooling off whereas inflation rates have reached 20% and financial costs have surged, with the Turkish lira rebounding in the past months in addition. Our comprehensive statistical report covers Turkey's clothing exports over the last five years per destination and per HS 4-digit product category in US$. EU's imports from Turkey are also compared with shipments from other origins, including volume, value and unit value changes in euro and US$ terms.
China Yarn Prices: Domestic and Import Markets (Weekly Report)
11 December 2018 - Yarn prices have been stabilized or have further fallen in the last seven days in China, depending on products and counts. The announcement of a 3-month truce in the US-China the trade conflict has not curbed the decline of market activity, with fabric production currently falling. Our weekly report covers the China yarn domestic and import market indicators, as well as local market prices in Qianqing and Shaoxing (Zhejiang). Prices of a large number of counts are released for spun cotton, polyester, viscose and blends. Import prices are also available for yarns from India, Indonesia, Pakistan, and Vietnam. Domestic and import yarn prices are compared. All data are available for download.
Cotton Fiber & Yarn Price Comparison: China vs. India and Pakistan (Monthly Report)
10 December 2018 - Cotton yarn prices have declined in November in China and India with gross margins however not falling at spinning mills. By contrast, the yarn/fiber spread has dropped in Pakistan after cotton yarn prices have risen. Our monthly report compares cotton fiber and yarn prices in China, India and Pakistan, offering a comprehensive view of the yarn/fiber spreads in the three countries. These gross margins of domestic spinners are displayed on a monthly basis with 10-year historical data available for download.
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Friday, December 14th, 2018
PRICE REPORTS
Textile Fiber Price Comparison (Monthly Report)
14 December 2018 - Textile fiber prices are progressively stabilizing after experiencing a sharp volatility in the first three quarters of the year. Nylon prices are further sliding in the current period, however, whereas wool prices are recovering. Prices should not fall to lower levels due to different policies aimed at supporting crude oil and cotton prices whereas the US-China trade conflict however remains a major source of uncertainty. Our tables and charts offer a 12-month price comparison of most used textile fibers, including cotton, polyester, viscose, wool, acrylic and nylon, all being available for download on a weekly basis through our historical csv file.
Wool Prices in Australia (Weekly Report)
14 December 2018 - Wool prices have further risen in Australia ahead of a 3-week Christmas break. Very large quantities have been offered with Chinese buyers now ready to cover their needs after a trade truce has been agreed between Beijing and Washington. Our report delivers a comprehensive view of wool prices in Australia, with a long list of micron types in A$, US$ and euro terms. Historical charts are also available, such as downloadable historical data. Links to weekly market reports in New Zealand and South Africa are provided.
Yarn Price Comparison: China vs India and Pakistan (Weekly Report)
13 December 2018 - Cotton fiber and yarn prices are moving into different directions in the current period in China, India and Pakistan. Cotton yarn prices are driven by the level of cotton crops in the new season, whereas demand remains depressed. Our yarn comparison report offers a comprehensive view of 30s or 32s carded yarns in China, India and Pakistan, in local currency and US$ terms on a weekly basis over the last 12 months. 100% cotton, 100% polyester and 100% viscose are being covered with all data available for download.
Viscose Staple Fiber and Spun Yarn Prices (Weekly Report)
13 December 2018 - Viscose fiber prices have stabilized in China where a weakness of demand is being offset by a fall of operating rates at VSF plants. In Pakistan by contrast, prices have been raised for the second consecutive week, mostly due to the new fall of the rupee. Our weekly report covers the viscose/rayon staple fiber and filament markets over the last 12 months. Viscose spun yarn prices in China, India and Pakistan are also available. Cotton linter, cotton pulp and wood pulp prices on domestic and import markets are being tracked over the last 12 months, in addition.
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Monday, December 17th, 2018
PRICE REPORTS
China Textile & Clothing Production Costs (Country Report)
17 December 2018 - China's economy has continued slowing down in November, according to just released official data. Retail sales are more slowly rising, with production prices growing at a lower pace as a result, including in the textile industry. Apparel exports are clearly recovering in dollar terms, due to the rise of unit prices. Our statistical report offers a comprehensive view of production costs and consumer prices in China, including in textile and clothing sectors. Labor costs in major provinces are also being followed.
Polyester Chain Prices: PX, PTA, MEG and Fiber Prices (Weekly Report)
17 December 2018 - Polyester chain prices are now stabilized after experiencing a strong volatility in the second part of the year. Prices have stopped rising after OPEC members have failed in boosting crude prices by reducing their daily production. Our weekly report covers the polyester chain in Asia, including PX (paraxylene), PTA (purified terephthalic acid), MEG (mono-ethylene glycol), polyester chips, and polyester staple and filament prices. Asian Contract Prices (ACPs) are also available for the PX, PTA and MEG markets in Asia, with 5-year charts and downloadable historical data.
Cotton Prices on International and Domestic Markets (Weekly Report)
17 December 2018 - After experiencing a strong volatility this year, cotton prices are now stabilized and should not dramatically move until after Christmas holidays. Cotton prices could rebound in 2019, with China expected to return back to the international market. However, global use could be lower than currently expected. Our weekly cotton report covers the international futures market in New York and China, and the physical indicator "A Index". Domestic cotton prices in China, India and Pakistan are also reviewed through a large number of tables and charts. All data are available for download.
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Wednesday, December 19th, 2018
PRICE REPORTS
Vietnam Apparel Exports in Jan-Sep 2018 (Quarterly Report)
18 December 2018 - Vietnam's apparel exports are rebounding this year, thanks to a surge of sales to Japan, Korea and also to China. Exports to the United States have even recovered in the past months, whereas the European Union could now offer the strongest opportunities, thanks to the duty-free agreement negotiated with Brussels. EU's rules of origin will boost textile investment of domestic and Chinese companies. Our report includes Vietnam's latest clothing export data per month and destination and provides comprehensive data for US imports per quota category and EU imports per HS 4-digit categories over the 2011-2018 period. Unit prices and long-term trends are calculated over the last five years.
Cashmere Fiber and Yarn Prices in China (Quarterly Report)
19 December 2018 - Cashmere fiber prices have remained very strong in the past months in China, as a lower level in demand was offset by a weaker production this year. Average export prices have rebounded above 100$ per kilo at the end of the summer, as reflected by our latest data. Our report offers an overall picture of short-term and long-term trends of cashmere prices with latest export prices for Chinese fibers and Italian cashmere imports from China. Historical data covering the last five years are available for download.
Polyester Fiber Prices in China, India and Pakistan (Weekly Report)
19 December 2018 - Polyester fiber prices have obviously stabilized and they are not expected further rising in the coming period. With crude oil prices now falling whatever OPEC's production cuts, polyester intermediate prices could also drop and fiber prices would follow the same way, if operating rates are not reduced at fiber plants. Our weekly report covers the Polyester Staple Fiber (PSF) on the domestic markets in China, India, and Pakistan. Polyester filament prices in China are also released, whereas the report includes a price comparison of polyester with cotton and viscose in China.
Pakistan Yarn Prices: Domestic and Export Markets (Weekly Report)
19 December 2018 - Fiber and yarn prices are staying very firm in Pakistan, being supported by a strong demand as processors are piling up inventories, anticipating higher prices at the start of next year, our correspondent reports. Our weekly review offers a comprehensive picture of the domestic and export yarn markets in Pakistan, with cotton yarns, polyester-cotton, polyester-viscose, polyester spun and viscose spun prices being covered. All these weekly data are available for download over a 12-month period.
India Yarn Prices: Domestic and Export Markets (Weekly Report)
19 December 2018 - Cotton yarn prices have been slightly increased in the last seven days in India whatever the fall of cotton fiber prices. Spinners are trying to restore their gross margins whereas a new rebound of the rupee is raising export prices in dollar terms. Our review of Indian yarn prices covers the domestic and export markets, including carded and combed cotton, poly-cotton, poly-viscose, 100% polyester and 100% viscose. Major yarn production centres are covered with Tirupur (Tamil Nadu), Bhiwandi (Maharashtra) and Ludhiana (Punjab). Yarn prices are compared with fiber prices offering latest trends of spinners' margins. Market fundamentals are available on a monthly basis, including production and exports.
China Yarn Prices: Domestic and Import Markets (Weekly Report)
18 December 2018 - Cotton yarn prices are further dropping in China, in line with a weakness in demand from downward processors. Ambient pessimism in China should further depress prices with production being also reduced in the comig period until the end of Chinese holidays. Our weekly report covers the China yarn domestic and import market indicators, as well as local market prices in Qianqing and Shaoxing (Zhejiang). Prices of a large number of counts are released for spun cotton, polyester, viscose and blends. Import prices are also available for yarns from India, Indonesia, Pakistan, and Vietnam. Domestic and import yarn prices are compared. All data are available for download.
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Thursday, December 20th, 2018
PRICE REPORTS
Madagascar Apparel Exports in Jan-Sep 2018 (Country Report)
20 December 2018 - Apparel exports have declined from Madagascar in the first three quarters of the year, including a fall of sales to France and Germany whereas shipments were further surging to the US market, however. The impoverished country benefits from duty-free access to both US and EU markets, but too long lead times have curbed the development of the apparel industry amid recurrent political crises. Our statistical tables provide a comprehensive view of latest export trends covering Jan-Sep 2014-2018 per knit and woven HS 4-digit categories and per market destinations.
Viscose Staple Fiber and Spun Yarn Prices (Weekly Report)
20 December 2018 - Viscose fiber prices have begun slightly declining in China, as a result of the weakness in demand as new production capacities could further depress prices in 2019. Our weekly report covers the viscose/rayon staple fiber and filament markets over the last 12 months. Viscose spun yarn prices in China, India and Pakistan are also available. Cotton linter, cotton pulp and wood pulp prices on domestic and import markets are being tracked over the last 12 months, in addition.
Yarn Price Comparison: China vs India and Pakistan (Weekly Report)
20 December 2018 - Fiber and yarn prices have stabilized in the last weeks in China, India and Pakistan after markets have experienced a strong volatility this year, by contrast. A lower economic growth expected in 2019 will most probably limit any future rebound of prices. Our yarn comparison report offers a comprehensive view of 30s or 32s carded yarns in China, India and Pakistan, in local currency and US$ terms on a weekly basis over the last 12 months. 100% cotton, 100% polyester and 100% viscose are being covered with all data available for download.
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Friday, December 21st, 2018
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Spandex and PTMEG Prices in China (Monthly Report)
21 December 2018 - Spandex prices have very slightly dropped in the last four weeks in China, reflecting the weakness of demand. Gross margins have further declined after PTMEG prices have been slightly raised. Our monthly report covers spandex and PTMEG prices on the domestic Chinese market, with gross margin trends at spandex plants on a weekly basis. Price offers of major spandex producers are also released. Daily data over the last 12 months and monthly average prices over 10 years are available for download.
E.U. Clothing Imports: Latest and Long-Term Trends (Monthly Report)
21 December 2018 - EU's clothing imports have suddenly rebounded in October, with shipments from Bangladesh surging over stable export prices in the country. By contrast, China has lost market shares due to the rise of its unit values in both euro and dollar terms. A recovery of the euro may boost EU's imports in 2019, whereas the fall of clothing retail sales and the Brexit may depress European demand. Unit values have bottomed out in euro terms, Our report covers monthly EU clothing import data, with historical trends being analyzed, and a specific focus on China vs Rest of World (RoW) and Bangladesh, and on knit vs woven clothing. Data are supplied in euro and in US dollars with historical data available for download, back to January 2000.
Inflation in Emerging Countries (Monthly Report)
21 December 2018 - Inflation rates have continued declining in most low-cost countries in November, reflecting the weakness in business activities in emerging economies. The rise of the US dollar continues actually resulting in lower consumer prices in US$ terms in many countries, but the American currency could fall in the next year, Forex analysts predict. Our monthly report offers a comparison of inflation rates in low-cost countries, with historical data available back to June 2007. Impact of currency changes vs the US dollar, the euro and the Sterling is also calculated to assess real terms of trade for exporters.
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