US December clothing retail sales end 2024 on a strong note

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US December clothing retail sales end 2024 on a strong note

Alexandra Watts | 02.12.2025

US hide trading was active on Wednesday February 12, with steady prices reported for heavy native steers and slightly higher prices for butt branded steers. While overall market activity remained limited, sources noted a pick-up in demand, especially in the upholstery and automotive sectors, with increased shipments expected through March.

The chart below shows monthly US advance clothing retail sales from January 2019 to December 2024, based on Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED).

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The USDA’s February release of the World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report on Tuesday February 11 included updated...

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US steer hide prices edge higher

US steer hide prices edge higher

The US hide market was relatively quiet, with trades reported on heavy native steers at steady levels and butt...

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Latest USDA’s WASDE shows no changes to US 2024/25 soybean oil balance sheet

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The latest USDA's World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report, released at midday on Tuesday February 11, was considered...

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Organic soybean imports surged in the second half of 2024, helping to replenish stock for major US operators. As organic...

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The US animal fats and oils markets opened the week on Monday February 10 on a quiet note, with...

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