The most-read stories on just-style this week include an aggressive recovery plan unveiled by Mothercare’s new boss, why Nicaragua apparel makers fear a bleak future from TPP, and Brandix takes new steps to encourage innovation in the country’s textile and apparel industry.

ANALYSIS: Mothercare pursues “aggressive” plan of recovery
Mothercare officially welcomed boss Mark Newton-Jones into the fold today (17 July) as the group revealed its UK performance is beginning to stabilise. And the new CEO has wasted no time in making his intent clear: that he is committed to pursuing a more aggressive plan of recovery that he hopes will turn the fortunes of the struggling mother, baby and children’s goods retailer around.

Nicaragua apparel makers see bleak future from TPP
Nicaragua’s apparel industry is expected to grow 8% to $1.5bn this year, fuelled by rising exports to the US. But while the numbers are encouraging, there are fears they may not last long.

SRI LANKA: Brandix takes new steps to encourage innovation
Apparel export giant Brandix has signed another deal as part of its ongoing efforts to encourage innovation in the country’s textile and apparel industry.

CANADA: Lululemon Athletica supply chain issues improving
Supply chain management issues at Canadian yoga wear brand Lululemon Athletica appear to be being resolved, with analysts describing the findings as “encouraging”.

UK: PETA urges wool boycott after undercover probe
Retailers and consumers are being urged by animal rights activists to boycott wool products after an investigation is said to have exposed a series of violations in the industry.

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