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Clothing leads US retail growth, despite ongoing inflation

US retail sales stretched their growth streak to seven months in April 2026, led by clothing and accessories stores, even as gas prices increased and inflation persisted amid ongoing Middle East tensions.

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Deal or no Deal: Is Authentic Brands chasing another denim deal with Lee Jeans?

Kontoor Brands is exploring a sale of Lee Jeans as Authentic Brands Group reportedly re-emerges as a potential buyer, extending the conglomerate’s bloodhound run through distressed heritage brands.

Fashion sustainability: Who’s problem is it really?

A panel of industry experts conceded there is no silver bullet to solving the sustainability crisis plaguing the apparel and textile sector, with a mindset change required from every stakeholder.

Is it time to detox from plastic?

Just Style learns about the environmental impact of microplastic pollution and how choosing natural fibres can help reduce the risk from Cotton Incorporated’s Mary Ankeny.

eBay rejects GameStop’s ‘neither credible nor attractive’ offer

Secondhand platform eBay has rejected a proposal from GameStop, which sought to acquire a 100% stake in the site calling the offer “neither credible nor attractive”.

Shein and Temu clash in UK court over copyright claims

The proceedings arrive as regulators in multiple jurisdictions increase scrutiny of ultra-fast fashion retailers.