The United States Fashion Industry Association (USFIA) produces several annual reports on trade and sourcing.
USFIA Fashion Industry Benchmarking Study
The United States Fashion Industry Association (USFIA) produces an annual Fashion Industry Benchmarking Study, in conjunction with Dr. Sheng Lu, Associate Professor in the University of Delaware's Department of Fashion & Apparel Studies. This annual survey of executives from leading fashion brands, retailers, importers, and wholesalers covers the business outlook, sourcing practices, utilization of Free Trade Agreements and preference programs, and views on trade policy.
2022 Benchmarking Study
Highlights from the ninth annual USFIA Benchmarking Survey.
expect their sourcing value or volume to grow in 2022
expect their sourcing costs to increase in 2022
Plan to increase hiring
View the latest Benchmarking Report
USFIA Sourcing Trends & Outlook
Every year, the United States Fashion Industry Association (USFIA) publishes Sourcing Trends & Outlook, covering trade data and trends and providing a peek into the "crystal ball" at the future of textile, apparel, and fashion sourcing and trade policy. See some data highlights below.