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Global Lifestyle Monitor: Japan

May 14, 2018

HOW THEY SHOP Japan is a highly connected country, with 92% of the population using the internet and more mobile phone accounts than people (130 accounts per 100 individuals)² . They use this connectivity to research clothing online before going...

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Monthly Economic Letter: May 2018

May 11, 2018

NY futures experienced volatility recently, with the net effect being a slight increase in prices. The A Index also moved slightly higher, while other benchmark prices were stable.

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Supply Chain Insights: Sustainable Clothing

May 8, 2018

Consumers consider fabric a determinate of sustainability, and they look for clothing made from natural fibers such as cotton. While only 25% of global consumers are aware of environmental issues surrounding synthetic fiber production and use, an increasing amount of...

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Executive Cotton Update: May 2018

May 8, 2018

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) publishes comprehensive sets of estimates and forecasts for economic growth around the world each April and October.

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Upcoming Webinar: Cotton’s Biodegradability, Part 2

April 12, 2018

The issue of microfiber and microplastic pollution is gaining traction with those concerned about protecting the environment. However, do you know the fate of cotton in aquatic environments? Join us on Tuesday, April 24 at 2:00 p.m. ET for another webinar exploring cotton’s...

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