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US apparel imports rebound in June, India gains market share

The Office of Textiles and Apparel (OTEXA) released new data for June 2025, revealing a slight rebound in US apparel imports after a decline in May. Total imports of apparel for the month of June 2025 were 2,036.0 million square meter equivalents (MSME), an increase of 0.5 percent from June 2024. This marks a shift from the previous month's...

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May textiles and apparel imports from India to USA up 54%

The Office of Textiles and Apparel (OTEXA) released the May 2025 trade data this week, providing a detailed look at US textile and apparel imports. While overall imports show some growth year-to-date, the apparel sector experienced a notable dip in May, with specific attention on China's evolving position as a key supplier. In May 2025, total...

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US apparel and textiles import starting to shift

OTEXA reported YTD imports including April are up 9.3%. China continues to be the primary supplier of apparel to the US, however, there is a noticeable shift in sourcing momentum. In 2025, US apparel imports from China have seen a modest increase of 1.8 percent in April. In contrast, ASEAN suppliers have demonstrated double-digit growth, with...

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Apparel exports fall despite strong dollar

Despite the strong position of dollar against Indian rupee, apparel exports from India to the US slumped 10.6 per cent in 2012 (till July) to $1.94 billion (Rs 10,167 crores), according to the recent trade data. The fall is the sharpest among major exporters of textiles and apparel products. While apparel exports from China and Bangladesh, major...