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Supply Chain

Supply Chain

Data and analyses of trends in the cotton textile supply chain, including commodity economics.

Retail/Brands

Where to Find Stability Amid Uncertainty in Current State of the Industry

It’s the end of the year, time to take stock and… what’s this? Gap profits are up, Target’s Q3 profits dropped significantly, and potentially everyone is wondering how new tariff…

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Monthly Economic Letter November 2024

RECENT PRICE MOVEMENT Cotton benchmarks either decreased slightly or traded sideways over the past month.• Recent movement in the December NY/ICE futures contract appears to be reinforcing the trading range…

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Monthly Economic Letter October 2024

RECENT PRICE MOVEMENT Cotton benchmarks were flat or higher over the past month. SUPPLY, DEMAND, & TRADE The latest USDA report featured relatively minor changes to global production (+219,000 bales…

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After a Series of Disruptive Years, the U.S. Economy & the Global Cotton Market Are Calming

Four years ago, fashion week shows were held online, retail stores became fulfillment centers, adults and school children stayed in pajamas and loungewear all day as many began remote work…

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Things to Know About Consumers & Inflation – U.S. Edition (Wave 8)

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Things to Know About Consumers & Inflation – Mexico Edition (Wave 8)

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Things to Know About Consumers & Inflation – China Edition (Wave 8)

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Monthly Economic Letter September 2024

RECENT PRICE MOVEMENT Cotton benchmarks were flat or higher over the past month. SUPPLY, DEMAND, & TRADE The latest USDA report featured decreases to estimates for global production (-1.2 million…

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Why Leaving a Trace Is Becoming Important to Fashion

The issue of sustainability has become more common among fashion consumers. And now traceability is coming into play, as shoppers place a bigger import on knowing more about what they’re…

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Consumers Still Love Ecommerce – Here’s How U.S. Can Compete

Online shopping has been the stuff of wardrobe inspiration, late night impulse buys and time saving purchases for consumers around the world. While it stands to grow exponentially in the…

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