According to statistics from multiple trade data platforms, the total value of South Africa's textile and apparel imports from January to October 2025 is estimated to be in the range of 5.5 to 6 billion US dollars, exhibiting an overall trend of "rising first and then falling": import growth was relatively pronounced in the first half of the year, primarily driven by inventory replenishment by domestic retailers in anticipation of the traditional consumption season. Starting from the third quart

Recently, the Zimbabwean government, in an effort to promote local industrialization and reduce import dependency, has proposed imposing tariffs as high as40%on imported textiles, includingspecific dyed cotton fabrics and polyester staple fiber. While the policy's original intent is to protect domestic manufacturing, it has sparked significant controversy within the very industrial chain it aims to shield. Divisions and Demands Among Stakeholders The core of the dispute lies in thetariff's point

As of the end of November 2025, the U.S. ICE cotton futures market exhibited a volatile pattern, initially declining before subsequently rebounding. The primary market focus has shifted from previous weather-related risks to a contest between macroeconomic data, end-consumption expectations, and short-term trading behavior. Price Movement: Interplay of Macro Pressure and Short Covering The market in November was primarily influenced by two opposing forces: Downward Pressure: In the first half

In the first ten months of 2025, against a backdrop of increasing global economic uncertainty and intensifying market competition, Turkey's apparel export industry demonstrated an overall pressured yet resilient posture. Official data shows that from January to October 2025, Turkey's total apparel export value reached $13.816 billion, representing a decrease of 6.30% compared to the same period in 2024. Core Markets Remain Stable, Germany Still the Largest Buyer Despite the overall decline, the

From November 18 to 20, 2025, under the spring sunshine of the Southern Hemisphere, the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre hosted what is regarded as one of the most influential textile and apparel gatherings in the Asia-Pacific region—the 2025 Melbourne Global Sourcing Expo. Over the course of three days, the event not only demonstrated its industry clout with record-breaking participation but also, through profound intellectual exchange and practical business matchmaking, charted

Insights ASEAN manufacturing strengthened further in November 2025, with the PMI rising to 53, its third-strongest reading on record. New orders, output and purchasing activity expanded sharply, but international demand softened. Hiring remained minimal, causing backlogs to surge at the quickest pace in survey history. Input costs rose at the fastest rate in nearly a year, leading to moderate price increases. ASEAN manufacturing sector continued its steady upswing in the second half of 2025,

Insights Industrial production in Poland rose 3.2 per cent YoY in October 2025 and increased 5.4 per cent from September. Output for January–October grew 2.8 per cent. Clothing manufacturing weakened, with a slight YoY decline. Seasonally adjusted output was up 1.1 per cent YoY but down 1 per cent month on month. Capital goods led growth, while energy output fell. Poland’s sold production of industry grew 3.2 per cent in October 2025 compared with October 2024, when a 4.6 per cen

Insights Australia's wool market eased this week after recent gains, with the EMI slipping to 1,504 AUC while the WMI edged higher. Fine and medium wools weakened, though Merino skirtings surged 40 cents and cardings improved. Offerings rose 32.2 per cent, softening the clearance rate to 90.4 per cent. A firmer Australian Dollar and improving Chinese economic signals supported sentiment. Australia’s wool market paused for breath this week after a strong multi-week rally, with the Easter

Insights The European Parliament's call for stronger market surveillance and DSA enforcement marks the first political recognition of major gaps harming EU textile makers. Euratex said that rising imports, falling production and postal partnerships with platforms like Temu worsen loopholes. It urges ending the de minimis exemption and swift action to restore fair competition. The European Parliament took a welcomed and necessary step by voting a resolution calling for stronger market surveil

Insights The Vietnamese textile-garment industry's export revenues is expected to hit $46 billion this year, marking a 5.6 per cent YoY increase, according to the Vietnam Textile and Apparel Association. The sector's trade surplus is estimated at $21 billion for the year. Fifty-two per cent of the raw materials used by the sector is now procured from indigenous sources. The Vietnamese textile-garment industry’s export revenues is expected to hit $46 billion this year, marking a 5.6 per