The Jacobsen Leather Demand Index (JLDI)

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The Jacobsen Leather Demand Index (JLDI)

Summary Leather demand edged lower in August, despite a bounce in Chinese imports which showed its first increase of 2016. Car sales dipped along with Chinese exports, which offset a seasonally adjusted gains in U.S. shoe sales. Global economic data continues to reflect very modest growth, as near zero interest rates have not been enough

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