Cambodia's Garment and Footwear Exports to the US Record a Marginal Dip of 0.89% in 2023

Cambodia's exports of garments, footwear, and light manufacturing products to the United States experienced a slight decline of 0.89%, amounting to $8,144 million during the first eleven months of 2023 compared to the same period in the previous year, as reported by the Ministry of Commerce. This decline represents a nuanced shift in the trade landscape for Cambodia, a significant player in the global apparel and manufacturing sector.

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Prospects and Challenges: Indonesia Textile Industry Investment in 2024

Anticipation surrounds the forecasted decline in investment in the textile and textile products (TPT) sector for the upcoming year, shedding light on the dynamics of the global economy. The Indonesian Textile Association (API) predicts this potential downturn as a direct result of the current unstable global conditions. According to API Chairman Jemmy Kartiwa Sastraatmaja, factors such as the global economic downturn and high loan interest rates in the United States (currently at 5.5%) play a crucial role in assessing investment potential. His estimate suggests that the impact of the US Federal Reserve's interest rate cuts is expected to be felt only in 2025, beginning in late Q2 of 2024.

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