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NAFFIC, AWARE claim first China-EU DPP for textiles

The National Advanced Functional Fibre Innovation Centre (NAFFIC) and supply chain traceability platform AWARE have launched the "world's first" China-EU Digital Product Passport (DPP) for a textile product.

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Week in Review: UK clothing retailers count cost of war

UK retail figures announced by the Office of National Statistics last week made for grim reading, with signs consumers are already worrying what the war will mean for their spending, putting clothing retailers on edge.

Debenhams eyes double-digit EBITDA growth on turnaround progress

Debenhams Group has projected double-digit earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortisation (EBITDA) growth for fiscal 2027 (FY27), after reporting better-than-expected fiscal 2026 (FY26) result.

George drives turnaround as Asda ‘edges forwards’ in FY25

Asda says its George clothing label outperformed the market in 2025, becoming a key driver of growth as the retailer rolls out the next phase of its Formula for Growth turnaround plan.

WWF launches guide for deforestation-free leather traceability

World Wildlife Fund (WWF) has partnered with RFLCT Consulting to develop the Traceability Guide for Deforestation- and Conversion-Free (DCF) Leather, helping companies turn deforestation-free pledges into “actionable” traceability steps.

QIA plans to buy 10% stake in Italy’s Golden Goose

Qatar Investment Authority (QIA), the sovereign wealth fund of Qatar, is reportedly in discussions to acquire a 10% stake in Golden Goose, an Italian sneaker company, as reported by local newspaper Corriere della Sera.