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European industry groups urge ‘harmonised’ EPR rules in upcoming CEA

The European Footwear Confederation (CEC) has joined 45 other European industry associations in calling for the proposed Circular Economy Act (CEA) to establish a common EU framework for extended producer responsibility (EPR).

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Why apparel sourcing needs a long-term risk strategy

Apparel leaders at Textile Exchange Conference 2026 outlined how scenario planning, supplier diversification and deeper supply chain visibility can help businesses prepare for geopolitical and climate disruption.

Sri Lanka apparel exports ‘encouraging’ in September amid annual decline

Apparel exports from Sri Lanka saw a year-on-year increase in September 2026, driven by gains in the US and EU markets, the Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF) reports.

Primark targets circularity with Denim Deal membership

Primark has joined the Denim Deal to help scale the use of post-consumer recycled cotton in denim, building on its reclaimed-denim capsule collection and circular product design work.

GLP-1 weight drug prompt shifts in apparel sizing and demand

Weight-management drugs are influencing how US consumers dress, with most GLP-1 users reporting changes to clothing sizes and nearly half switching apparel brands, according to the EY-Parthenon GLP-1 Consumer Impact Report.