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Market Intelligence—03.02.26

03/02/2026

Time is flying, and it is hard to believe that the first month of the year has already passed. In Europe, Christmas and New Year celebrations are long forgotten, while China, and much of the rest of Asia, is preparing for the Lunar New Year festivities (February 17). According to reports from the region, this will involve a break of at least two weeks, during which people take time off and spend time with their families. The order situation along the leather value chain does not currently require shortened holidays or additional shifts. Exceptions may always prove the rule, but in general this assessment holds true.

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