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Global Sourcing Expo 2025 to strengthen India-Australia textile ties

Julie Holt, Director, Global Business & Exhibition has led the expo since its inception in 2010. She is focused on developing the exhibition’s portfolio to assist more businesses realise cross border opportunities. Holt speaks about its growing importance for Indian textile business to increase th... Read more

EU vs. US Garment Imports: A tale of diverging trends

The global garment industry is a complex web of production, distribution, and consumption, with shifting trends and regional disparities shaping its landscape. A focal point in understanding this dynamic is the comparison between the European Union (EU) and the United States (US) in terms of garment imports... Read more

Luxury's China Playbook: Why Tmall remains essential despite Douyin's …

The narrative surrounding China's luxury market has been rife with talks of a slowdown. However, a recent report by DLG (Digital Luxury Group) firmly rejects this notion. “We fundamentally reject this narrative,” states Jacques Roizen, Managing Director, Consulting at DLG. The report highlights ... Read more

Green Thread: LEED certified RMG units boosting Bangladesh's exports

Bangladesh, renowned for its robust garment manufacturing sector, is undergoing a profound transformation towards sustainability. This evolution is underscored by the rapid proliferation of LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certified factories, marking a significant shift beyond sheer pro... Read more

Functional Fabric Fair Spring 2025 returns to Portland with expanded e…

Functional Fabric Fair, powered by Performance Days, is set to return to Portland, Oregon, from April 14 to 16, 2025, at the Oregon Convention Center. This North America-exclusive sourcing event brings together more than 300 sustainable-certified suppliers, offering the latest in high-performance functional... Read more

Navigating the Maze: Wazir Advisors on US Tariffs' complex impact on I…

The US stands as an important export destination for the Indian textile and apparel (T&A) industry, with annual shipments reaching almost $10 billion. The recent imposition of tariffs by the US on imports creates a complex scenario, a double-edged sword offering a potential advantage while simultaneousl... Read more

The Ageless Appeal: How heritage brands are tailoring a new future

The scent of mothballs, the rustle of tweed, the comforting weight of a well-worn leather armchair – these were once the hallmarks of fashion and apparel brands catering to an older, more traditional clientele. But in a world obsessed with youth and rapid trends, these venerable institutions faced a s... Read more

Reciprocal Tariff Impact: India's edge over Bangladesh lost to higher …

The United States is a critical export destination for the Indian textile and apparel industry, with annual shipments reaching approximately $10 billion. The recent imposition of tariffs by the U.S. on these imports presents a complex situation. It offers a potential advantage while simultaneously exposing ... Read more

The Urgent Stitch: GFA’s Brussels summit demands a circular fashion ov…

The urgent need for a circular fashion revolution took center stage in Brussels and online, as the Global Fashion Agenda (GFA) recently convened crucial discussions aimed at transforming the textile industry. From a high-level policy breakfast at the European Parliament to a deep-dive podcast series, the me... Read more

Global alliance launches project to map second-hand material flows

In a significant step towards speeding up the global shift to a circular economy, Accelerating Circularity, World Wildlife Fund (WWF), and BSR have announced a collaborative project, ‘Mapping Second-Hand Material Flows’. This initiative, supported by a kickoff grant from Laudes Foundation, aims ... Read more

The Growing Unease: Global garment exporters' perilous reliance on the…

The global garment export industry faces a paradox. While long-term projections indicate an overall decline, a group of top eight exporters reveal significant potential for growth. However, this potential is increasingly threatened by a critical vulnerability: a heavy over-reliance on the US market. Data co... Read more

New US tariffs rattle global T&A industry signals, will hit supply…

As expected, President Donald Trump announced the imposition of sweeping reciprocal tariffs on April 2. The aim is to address perceived trade imbalances by imposing a baseline 10 per cent tariff on all imports, with significantly higher rates for specific countries. This policy has sent shockwaves through t... Read more

Shadow Lines: China's silent strategy to sideline India in the global …

While the global narrative centers on diversifying supply chains away from China (China Plus One), a subtler, yet potentially more impactful, scenario is unfolding in the textile and apparel sector. Is China, the undisputed giant of global textile manufacturing, strategically maneuvering to keep India, its ... Read more

Chinese e-commerce giants double down on US dominance, tariffs be damn…

Despite new tariff hikes and Amazon’s attempts to carve out a slice of the budget-friendly e-commerce pie, Chinese giants Temu and Shein remain steadfast in their ambition to conquer the US market. Their confidence, industry analysts suggest, stems from a potent combination of agile supply chains, dat... Read more

The global garment import kaleidoscope, a rise from Bangladesh

From the point of view of global apparel import trends, the recent rise in Bangladesh's Ready-Made Garment (RMG) exports reveals a compelling picture. The first half of fiscal year 2024-25 shows a significant rise across major markets, highlighting shifts in sourcing strategies and evolving consumer demands... Read more

India’s apparel sector rises amid global market realignments: WTAI rep…

The global apparel trade and retail landscape has thrown up a complex mix of opportunities and challenges in 2025. While major consumer markets continue to display strong import growth, export performances remain uneven across manufacturing hubs, indicating global sourcing trends. A closer look at recent tr... Read more

Retail Reimagined: How digital and discounts are reshaping the Netherl…

The Netherlands, once a bastion of brick-and-mortar retail, is going throough a multifaceted transformation. From bustling city centers to quaint provincial towns, the familiar landscape of shops is morphing, due to several reasons that are reshaping consumer behavior and forcing businesses to adapt or peri... Read more

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