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US ports’ import peak season extends into September amid cargo surge

A final cargo surge is expected at US ports in September, as ongoing vessel delays and supply chain disruptions keep the peak shipping season active, according to the latest Global Port Tracker report from NRF and Hackett Associates.

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Primark to offer home delivery in ‘monumental shift’

Primark’s owner Associated British Foods (ABF) reports “resilient” trading in the fourth quarter of 2026 (Q4 FY26) as it shares plans to launch home delivery in Britain for the first time.

Fashion ‘weakest segment’ at John Lewis for H1 2026/27

John Lewis Partnership has reported a 2% decline in sales at John Lewis to £2.0bn ($2.7bn) for the first half (H1) of fiscal 2026/27, as market conditions for discretionary purchases became “more challenging”.

Nike’s removal from S&P after two decades ‘underlines broader problems’

As Nike faces removal from the S&P 100, GlobalData analyst Neil Saunders says the move underlines wider concerns about the sportswear giant following years of underperformance.

H&M brings production closer to consumer with new Barcelona office

Located at Casa de les Punxes, H&M’s new production office hopes to tap into Barcelona’s “strong creative and product expertise” and could help it take on faster rivals Inditex.

Textile Exchange releases human rights guide for new materials standard

Textile Exchange has released new guidance aimed at helping organisations in the textile, fashion, and apparel sectors prepare for the upcoming Materials Matter Standard, which will take effect on 31 December 2026.