North America
North America
Consumers
Articles | Consumer Research
Why Natural Fibers Fit the Season’s Cozy Sleep/Loungewear Trends
Temperatures recently began cooling across much of the United States, even bringing frost warnings to parts of the Midwest. Inevitably, pumpkin spice everything starts popping up and thoughts turn to…
Consumers
Articles | Consumer Research
Quality & Durability Sought for All That Back-to-College Stuff
There’s a scene in the movie The Tender Bar, which is set in the 1970s and 80s,where the protagonist arrives for his first day of college. He’s alone, carrying only…
Supply Chain
Newsletter | Economic Data/News
Monthly Economic Letter August 2025
RECENT PRICE MOVEMENT Cotton benchmarks were stable over the past month. SUPPLY, DEMAND, & TRADE In the latest USDA forecasts for the 2025/26 crop year, projections for world production (-1.8…
Consumers
Articles | Consumer Research
Beyond Price: How to Deliver to Parents & Kids This Back-to-School Season
The average parent is always looking for deals but perhaps even more so this Back-to-School (BTS) season, due to worries about rising costs and growth. This means retailers should expect…
Retail/Brands
Articles | Fashion & Apparel Trends
The Rise of Plastic-Free Fashion Amid Health Concerns Associated with Synthetic Fibers
When one thinks of Plastic Free July, the challenge to avoid all manner of plastic bottles, cups, and containers likely comes to mind. To be sure, that’s a central concern…
Supply Chain
Newsletter | Economic Data/News
Monthly Economic Letter July 2025
RECENT PRICE MOVEMENT Chinese and Indian prices moved slightly higher while other markets were flat over the past month. SUPPLY, DEMAND, & tRADE Updates to USDA forecasts for 2025/26 included…