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Trade policy changes and tariffs have “already impacted” operations for 86% of supply chain leaders, who are making decisions regarding pricing, sourcing, and inventory as inflation and geopolitical disruption extend into 2026, according to a new report from RELEX.
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Change is afoot in the apparel supply chain, mostly influenced by politics and trade policy writes Robert Antoshak, Vice President, Global Strategic Sourcing, Grey Matter Concepts.
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Zalando has reported results at the upper range of its FY25 guidance as it expands its B2B and B2C reach with acquisitions and expanded partnerships.
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John Lewis has achieved a 3% increase in sales for the 2025/26 financial year, reaching £4.9bn ($6.6bn), as the retailer continues to implement its customer-focused omnichannel strategy.
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Texhibition Istanbul returned to the Istanbul Expo Center from 4–6 March 2026, bringing together the international textile industry for three days of sourcing, innovation and industry discussions.
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Global cotton production is projected to decline 4% in the 2026/27 season due to weaker demand, particularly from China, although consumption remains steady.
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The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) has welcomed the latest ‘notorious markets’ report from the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) while calling for stronger action from online platforms to tackle the sale of counterfeit goods.
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Seven in 10 UK adults now consider cost-per-wear when shopping for clothing, with the cost of living forcing many to move away from impulse buys and towards investment wardrobes.
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