The bounce back in the wool market this week was largely driven by improvement in the 18-19 micron range of price indicators as buyers continue
Premiums for quality scheme-accredited wool continue in the greasy wool market. This article takes a look at RWS premiums during the past three months. Calculating
Unfortunately, the second week of the new selling season resulted in a continuation of the opening weeks’ sentiment. The market struggled with the twin issues
The Australian cotton crop has a value in the order of three billion dollars and is the larger sibling to the older Australian textile of
It wasn’t the warmest of welcomes for the wool market after the winter recess with the Eastern Market Indicator (EMI) losing 11¢ to 1113¢/kg. Forecasts
The greasy wool market awaits improved demand which in turn depends upon economic growth in the major economies. This article updates where the economic backdrop
The upcoming recess for the Australian wool market saw a bump in demand and pricing, with the steepest price improvements coming from the finer end
Wool prices, like the apparel fibre complex generally, are working their way through a period of low prices. There are a few bright spots in
It was a difficult week for the market, as reports that our biggest market China was sitting on its hands as it waited to get
The greasy wool market in Australia and South Africa is well-serviced for price reporting via AWEX and Cape Wools. Supply, which is an important driver
Unfortunately, the second week of the new selling season saw the momentum of the first carry-through. A rally in the AUD/USD on the back of
The 2023-24 season finished with wool prices generally easing, as they have for most apparel fibres. In this article, we look at the 16-18 micron
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