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Retail sales in July keep upward momentum despite economic fluctuations

US retail sales posted their 10th straight monthly rise in July, as consumers kept shopping even while staying “budget conscious,” according to new findings from the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor.

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June US apparel import data suggests tariffs pushing cotton favourability

The latest data from the US office of Apparel and Textiles (OTEXA) shows that higher tariff rates on man-made fibres are pushing importers to choose cotton as overall imports fall 3.5% year-on-year.

Next vs Frasers: Who should win the battle for Harvey Nichols?

As bidding intensifies, retail analysts weigh in on whether Next's discipline or Frasers' aggression will win the bid for London department store Harvey Nichols.

UK clothing sales increase in July despite heatwave’s impact on footfall

The latest figures from the British Retail Consortium-KPMG Retail Sales Monitor show clothing sales increased in July, despite falling footfall as consumers avoid hot shopping centres.

Gap, Banana Republic, Athleta set for Middle East entry

Gap has announced a new partnership with Dubai-based Chalhoub Group to expand the Gap, Banana Republic, and Athleta brands across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region.

Textile Exchange shares new Materials Matter policies 

Textile Exchange has released two new policies to guide certification of its Materials Matter Standard, with the new requirements set to become mandatory from December 2027.