Sri Lanka's purchasing managers' index for manufacturing was 59.5 in July this year, indicating a continuous expansion in manufacturing activities, the country's central bank...
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Bangladesh hosts 60 out of the top 100 highest rated LEED-factories across the world. Two more—Saadatia Sweaters Ltd (Platinum) and Executive Greentex Ltd (Gold)—recently...
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In January-April 2024, the Philippines' apparel imports exceeded exports, with $213.9 million in imports versus $189.7 million in exports. Key export items included shirts, dresses and trousers, while
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Adidas Basketball launches the Dame 9, its lightest shoe yet, crafted for agility, support, and durability. Featuring a Lycra bootie, Lightstrike cushioning, and a nubuck...
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China's apparel exports to Africa reached $3.687 billion in H1 of current year, making Africa the 4th largest market for Chinese apparel. This marks a rise from 5th place in previous years. In 2023,
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Ruud Gullit, Dutch football legend and former Netherlands captain, is Skechers' first ambassador in Benelux. He will promote their footwear and apparel, emphasising style,...
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India-Sri Lanka FTA has facilitated economic cooperation, particularly in the garment sector. However, Sri Lanka struggles to fully leverage the Indian market, hindered by a quota limiting garment exports
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Between January and May 2024, Vietnam was the sixth-largest supplier of apparel to the UK, accounting for 5.19 per cent of total imports, valued at $387.924 million. While Vietnam's imports slightly
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The Bangladesh customs department is keen on a quick completion of export- and import-related activities of the apparel industry, Chattogram customs commissioner Faizur Rahman...
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In July 2024, Japan's imports of clothing and accessories rose to 325,903 million yen, while textile yarn and fabric imports increased to 108,080 million yen. Clothing imports have been rising recently
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Bossini reported an 11 per cent drop in H1 FY24 revenue to HK$265 million (~$33.97 million), with gross profit down 17 per cent to HK$130 million. Gross margin fell 4 percentage...
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VEJA has launched on ASOS, offering over 115 footwear styles, including iconic designs like The Campo, V90, Volley, and V10, across menswear and womenswear in the UK and other...
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The UK imported $615.123 million worth of apparel from Turkiye during January-May 2024, with 85 per cent of imports priced at $9.53 per unit. In 2023, imports totalled $1.75 billion. The UK imported
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American Eagle Outfitters (AEO) reported Q2 FY24 net revenue of $1.3 billion, up 8 per cent. Store revenue rose 7 per cent, digital revenue 12 per cent. Aerie revenue...
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Lululemon Athletica reported a 7 per cent revenue increase in Q2 FY24, reaching $2.4 billion, with international revenue up 29 per cent. Gross profit rose 9 per cent to...
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Van de Velde's H1 FY24 turnover decreased by 5.1 per cent to €116.2 million (~$128.7 million). The D2C segment grew 11.1 per cent to €28.3 million, while B2B turnover fell...
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Gap reported Q2 FY24 net sales of $3.7 billion, a 5 per cent YoY increase, driven by 8 per cent growth at Old Navy. Store sales rose 4 per cent, with 3,568 global locations....
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DC Industry (Bangladesh) Co Ltd will invest $5.36 million to establish a 'Bag & Wallet' manufacturing unit in the BEPZA Economic Zone. The facility will produce 2.5 million...
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The global apparel industry is shaped by diverse exporting regions, including Asia, West Asia, Europe, and North America, each with unique strengths and challenges. Asia dominates with lower production
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Nike and MoMA Design Store announce a series of limited-edition products, starting with the MoMA Nike Everyday Sock. This collaboration highlights the connection between...
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German sportswear PUMA's Fast RB NITRO Elite is a revolutionary running shoe that breaks conventions with 58mm of NITROFOAM Elite for unmatched cushioning and responsiveness,...
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Following substantive amendments to California's Responsible Textile Recovery Act of 2024, the American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) changed its 'oppose unless amended'...
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Puma has appointed Indrajeet Sen as Senior Vice President of Group Sourcing, succeeding Anne-Laure Descours, who will now be an external sustainability advisor. Sen, with...
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Bangladesh's central bank has instructed all banks to introduce a fresh loan facility on simple terms to active exporters to pay workers' wages for August as recent domestic...
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Swimwear imports by the US decreased to $412.606 million in H1 2024, down 7.41 per cent from $445.966 million in H1 2023. The imports peaked at $1,132.733 million in 2022 but fell to $684.732 million
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