US apparel imports sink again in April as consumer confidence corrodes
US apparel imports in April 2026 totalled $5.48bn, down from $6.16bn in April 2025, reflecting a 12% decline. On a volume basis,…
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China supply chain regulations could complicate sourcing for global brands
New regulations in China may make it more difficult for suppliers to complete audits and other measures, making it more…
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Opportunity for developing exporters in China apparel import surge
Published in the Journal of Chinese Economic and Foreign Trade, the new study from the University of Delaware’s professor of…
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Should Mexico reconsider its new higher apparel tariffs?
Measures designed to protect Mexico's textile and apparel industries while addressing compliance challenges under the country’s IMMEX programme, which enables…
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Explainer: What do next-gen fibre makers need to succeed?
For the first half of 2024, Spinnova reported revenue of €362,000 ($403,000), down from €8.8m in the first half of…
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Explainer: Why next-gen workforce is advising Macy’s on sustainability
Macy's Inc.'s vice president of sustainability and responsible sourcing Keelin Evans tells Just Style the retailer started working with universities…
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Explainer: How is the fashion sector navigating rising shipping rates?
Recent reports suggest that European fashion retailers are placing orders intended for this year’s festive season even earlier than usual,…
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Shein denies alleged ‘widespread’ toxic chemicals in products
Seoul Metropolitan Government plans to announce weekly safety test results of goods purchased direct from overseas after it claims to…
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Explainer: Is France’s proposed fast fashion tax a tariff by another name?
The proposed fast fashion law, which could be raised to €10 by 2030 and see a ban on advertisements for…
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Biden versus Trump II: What will the US 2024 election mean for apparel?
Donald Trump and Joe Biden have secured their parties' presidential nominations for November's presidential election so what would a win…
