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Geopolitical factors weigh on polyester and PC yarn prices in India

Prices of polyester, cotton and polyester yarns decreased ****;*–* per kg in the last week. After the ceasefire agreement, crude oil prices are falling. It will make polyester raw materials cheaper, which will cause a decrease in yarn. A trader from Ludhiana said Fiber*Fashion, “Buyers have largely stayed away from new purchases in anticipation of a drop in polyester yarn prices. Polyester fiber…

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Cambodia sees garment export growth between January and November amid global recovery

However, performance weakened in November. ****reflecting the seasonal normalization of orders and cautious purchasing by international brands. Exports of knitted garments and accessories (Chapter **) fell *.* percent year over year to $***.*** million dollars***.*** million in November ****while exports of nonwoven garments and accessories (Chapter **) rejected ** percent to $***.*** million…

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Tariffs and crises reshape Asia's apparel sourcing landscape

A trio of crises converge The shock wave began at the end of August. ****when Washington’s tariff increase on Indian goods went into effect, raising total tariffs in many categories up to ** percent and trigger peak season planning. Overnight, American programs outside India had to be reevaluated, dual-sourced, or abandoned. Negotiators had previously explored reducing the rate to approximately…

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Are nations turning away from the United States to build new alliances?

As US tariffs continue to disrupt markets, reports indicate that countries are diversifying their trade partnerships and reducing their dependence on the United States. Economies from the EU to MERCUSOR and beyond are accelerating trade negotiations and forging new alliances to safeguard exports and strengthen supply chains, even as India, hit by the drop in US exports, is accelerating FTAs…

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From tariffs to trust: India-EU FTA talks gaining momentum

The India-EU FTA could reshape bilateral trade, boosting growth in key sectors. For textiles and clothing, it offers broader market access, sustainable supply chains and technological improvements through EU partnerships. With deeper collaboration between exporters and European brands, the deal could strengthen India’s position as a global sourcing hub.

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South India cotton yarn trade steady amid sluggish demand

In Mumbai, cotton yarn prices remained stable amid sluggish demand. Electrical and automotive companies are facing a shortage of workers, affecting production. A Mumbai trader said Fiber*Fashion“The Bihar elections delayed the return of workers from their native places. If there had been no elections, they would have returned after Diwali and Chhath Puja. The shortage of workers has also…

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Turkiye garment exports fall 6.9% in January-September amid weak global demand

Exports of knitted garments and accessories (SA Chapter **) fell for *.* percent to $*,***.*** million, compared to $*,***.*** million in January-September ****. Garments and accessories, except knitted or crocheted (HS chapter **) rejected by *.* percent, falling to $*,***.*** million dollars*,***.*** million during the same period last year, according to the business report of the top twenty…

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Cotton yarn steady in North India on optimism over India-US trade deal

In Ludhiana, cotton yarn prices remained stable as demand did not improve even after Diwali. A trader in Ludhiana market said Fiber*Fashion“Slow garment exports remain the main bearish factor for the cotton yarn market. Domestic demand for summer garments has not yet recovered, which could boost cotton yarn consumption. The summer season is the main driver of local demand for cotton yarn, and…

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