Top stories this week on just-style include Marks & Spencer topping a new human rights benchmark listing, Nike retaining its position as the world’s most valuable apparel brand, concerns over the exploitation of Syrian refugees working in the Turkish textile industry, and Lindex launches a new collection of upcycled products.

Marks & Spencer tops human rights benchmark

UK retailer Marks & Spencer has topped a new benchmark ranking that aims to incentivise companies in a race to the top for the moral and commercial advantages of a strong human rights record.

Adidas raises the bar for North America sales growth

North America has been the biggest challenge for Adidas historically, but it will likely also be the biggest opportunity for it going forward, the German sportswear giant has told investors as the company upped its sales target for the region by almost half by 2020.

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US sporting goods giant Nike has retained its position as the world’s most valuable apparel brand after a 13% rise in brand value to US$32bn, new figures show.

Fashion brands take a stance on Syrian refugees in Turkey

Experts have highlighted concerns over the exploitation of Syrian refugees working in the Turkish textile industry and are urging the Turkish government and the clothing supply chain to work together to improve their plight.

Lindex unveils new upcycled collection

Swedish fashion chain Lindex is exploring new circular ways of working with the launch of a new collection of upcycled products that have been redesigned and remade locally in Borås, Sweden.

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