Insight ReportUS-China Trade Issues: The Battle for Apparel Coresight Research June 21, 2019 Executive SummaryUS-China trade issues continue to affect different industries. In this report, we review recent developments in the tariff dispute and the impact on apparel. A June 18 phone call between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping to discuss meeting during the G20 summit gave everyone hope for a resolution. While tariffs have pushed up the average retail price of China-sourced apparel, in theory eroding China’s competitive edge, the country still dominates US apparel sourcing. Apparel brands are diversifying sourcing sites away from China, adopting a “China plus Vietnam plus many” strategy. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in: Weekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 16: 7-Eleven To Close 300+ Stores; Plus Updates on Drugstore ClosuresAnalyst Corner: Why India Retail is Primed for a Blockbuster Festive-Sale Season, with Manik BhatiaWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 40: Claire’s UK Bought Out of BankruptcyWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 36: UK Sees 25% Fewer Closures Year Over Year
