Textile Market News

India's cotton exports are poised to soar to their highest level in two years in February, driven by a rise in global prices that has rendered Indian cotton particularly appealing to Asian buyers. Previously, these buyers primarily sourced cotton from Brazil and the United States.

In a strategic move set to fortify its position as a frontrunner in the textile domain, Globe Textiles India (GTIL) has unveiled plans to acquire Globe Denwash, a significant player in the sector. This acquisition, facilitated through the purchase of shares, marks a pivotal development in GTIL's trajectory,

The textile industry faces a pivotal moment, grappling with resource scarcity and the demand for circularity. Archroma, a global leader in sustainable solutions, rises to the challenge with their innovative Super Systems+ initiative.

Perlon, a global leader in synthetic filaments, celebrated a major milestone with the grand opening of their new plant in Goa. This expansion marks a significant step in their global strategy, solidifying their commitment to growth and innovation.

Lagnam Spintex, a leading Indian cotton yarn manufacturer, announced impressive results for the quarter ended December 31, 2023. Revenue increased by 71 per cent to Rs 123.63 crore compared to Rs 72.16 crore in the same period last year.

Cotton candy prices fell slightly yesterday, settling at 58,560 points, after a period of growth driven by concerns about cotton supply and strong demand. This decline is attributed to profit booking, where investors sell off their holdings after recent gains.

Despite facing a 10 per cent drop in cotton production compared to 2022, Brazil has successfully retained its title as the world's second-largest cotton exporter in 2023. This achievement underscores the continued strength and resilience of the Brazilian cotton industry, even amidst challenging circumstances.

Textiles firm BSL Limited defied global economic headwinds to report a 56 per cent rise in net profit for the third quarter ended December 2023. Net profit reached Rs 4 crore ($4,81,826), up from Rs 2.5 crore in the same period last year.

Alpek Polyester is raising US polyethylene terephthalate (PET) prices by 5 cents per pound ($110.23 per ton) effective March 1st, 2024. The move comes amid ongoing logistics challenges, particularly disruptions in the Red Sea, driving up import costs.

Alpek Polyester is raising US polyethylene terephthalate (PET) prices by 5 cents per pound ($110.23 per ton) effective March 1st, 2024. The move comes amid ongoing logistics challenges, particularly disruptions in the Red Sea, driving up import costs.

The 6th edition of Tencel x Intimasia marked a milestone for India's intimate wear market, showcasing the power of collaboration between leading brands and sustainable fibers. Held from January 22nd to 24th,

The global wool yarn market, valued at nearly $38.5 billion in 2023, is expected to grow over 4 per cent annually until 2029. This increase is driven by a rising demand for high-quality, innovative wool yarns.

Good news for apparel manufacturers in the Dominican Republic, Central America, and the United States! The US Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements (CITA) has ruled that specific nylon dobby weave fabrics are not readily available in these countries.

Indian textile giant Trident witnessed a sharp 25 per cent plunge in its third-quarter profit, despite a 12 per cent jump in revenue driven by festive season sales. This profit drop is attributed to a 16 per cent increase in overall expenses, with raw material costs rising 9 per cent.

Indian textile giant Trident witnessed a sharp 25 per cent plunge in its third-quarter profit, despite a 12 per cent jump in revenue driven by festive season sales. This profit drop is attributed to a 16 per cent increase in overall expenses, with raw material costs rising 9 per cent.