US apparel imports
Figures from the Office of Textiles and Apparel show the volume of US apparel and textile imports was up 3.2% in 2017, and the average unit price of China's exports have dropped steadily over the last seven years.
Vietnam leads US apparel import growth in December
8 Feb 2018
US apparel import volumes declined in December as the holiday season came to an end. But while shipments from Vietnam continue on an upward trajectory, other top suppliers China and Bangladesh have seen their fortunes fluctuate.
Vietnam grows share of US apparel imports in 2017
9 Feb 2018
Vietnam's garment sector has benefited as producers and buyers diversify their supply chains, and the latest data shows the country has continued to increase its share of US apparel imports over the last few years.
China drives decline in US apparel import prices in 2017
9 Feb 2018
The average unit price of China's apparel exports into the United States has dropped steadily over the last seven years – with a decline of 4.8% in the last year alone, new data shows.
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