June 2010 management briefing: Latin America special report

There are signs around the world that the textile market is beginning to recover from the global economic crisis, and that developing markets will be leading the recovery. Here, just-style looks at how countries in Latin America have weathered the storm, with their dynamic textile and apparel industries now well positioned for future expansion.

June 2010 management briefing: Latin American textile sector weathers economic storm

16 June 2010

There are signs around the world that the textile market is beginning to recover from the global economic crisis, and developing markets will be leading that recovery. Asia is, of course, at the forefront, but many countries in Latin America have also weathered the storm and have come out in a surprisingly decent position, with their dynamic textile and apparel industries well positioned for future expansion.

June 2010 management briefing: Colombia's clothing and textile industry has potential

24 June 2010

"Colombia's clothing and textile industry is one of the largest and most experienced in Latin America, especially with the application of technology in production processes," according to Camila Toledo, Latin America trend director for Stylesight, the online provider of trends, tools and technology for creative professionals in the fashion and style industries.

June 2010 management briefing: Mexico clothing and textile sector rides boom and bust

21 June 2010

Mexico has experienced a tremendous boom and bust cycle in its textile and apparel industry over the last two decades.

June 2010 management briefing: Brazil remains driving force of Latin America

18 June 2010

Brazil seems to be the driving force of Latin American economic growth at the moment. Despite the economic crisis, its GDP grew 5.1% in 2008, dipped slightly in 2009, and is forecast to almost completely recover in 2010.