China’s inward turn, domestic demand is rewriting the export model
China is undergoing one of its most consequential economic recalibrations in decades, driven by geopolitical instability, rising Western protectionism, and a prolonged domestic property downturn. Once heavily dependent on export-led manufacturing to sustain growth, Beijing is now moving quickly towards inte... Read more
Egypt bets on a $2 bn green textile city to become Europe’s next sourcing h…
Egypt is making a decisive play to become one of the world's most important apparel manufacturing destinations after securing a landmark $2 billion investment from Chinese industrial developer Cloud Chain. The project will establish the Middle East and North Africa region’s first fully integrated carb... Read more
EU textile imports hit $295.66 bn as price wars mask manufacturing stress
The European Union’s textile and apparel imports grew to $295.66 billion in 2025, a 9.4 per cent year-on-year increase from $270.31 billion in 2024, as per ‘EU Imports 2025’ report by the Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI). Yet beneath this headline lies a more complex reality... Read more
Landmark India-UK trade pact to supercharge textile export margins
The long-awaited India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) is officially scheduled to commence on July 15, 2026. This breakthrough follows high-level negotiations between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer at the recent G7 Summit in Evian, France. By succes... Read more
Is it the end of aspirational luxury? Asia’s consumers demand more than log…
While the global personal luxury goods market remains broadly stable at around €358 billion, the apparent resilience masks a deeper shift unfolding across Asia's two largest consumption markets: India and China. For years, European luxury houses relied on a predictable formula: sell aspiration through... Read more
Vietnam wins, India slips as US apparel sourcing undergoes massive reset
A trade realignment is transforming the global apparel market, yet India’s manufacturing has stalled at the starting line. Newly released first-quarter 2026 trade statistics from the Office of Textiles and Apparel (OTEXA) of the US Department of Commerce reveal that Western retailers are aggressively ... Read more
Global spinning machinery market eyes milestone growth by 2033
The global spinning machinery landscape is undergoing a significant transformation, with market valuations projected to reach US$ 8.3 billion by 2033. This grow... Read more
Global textile industry transitions to automated circular-integrated systems
The global textile machinery landscape is undergoing a decisive transformation, characterized by a transition from traditional production to highly automated, c... Read more
Lenzing scales bio-based innovation to reshape nonwovens market
The Lenzing Group is accelerating its transition toward fossil-free production by scaling its proprietary Lenzing Nonwoven Technology (LNT). Following a series ... Read more
ThredUp enters P2P market with launch of new ‘Direct Listing’ service
ThredUp has officially entered the peer-to-peer (P2P) market with the launch of the &... Read more
Onitsuka Tiger targets US retail return with new store in Los Angeles
Onitsuka Tiger is preparing to re-establish its physical presence in the Unit... Read more
Max Mara shifts global luxury strategy with Shanghai showcase
Italian heritage house Max Mara recently marked its 75th anniversary with a high-prof... Read more
Global spinning machinery market eyes milestone growth by 2033
The global spinning machinery landscape is undergoing a significant transformation, w... Read more
High-profile arrivals rise in Dallas as Addison Bay launches debut store on…
The Dallas retail landscape is witnessing a surge in high-profile arrivals as Philade... Read more
Decathlon scales circular retail with launch of new Swiss store
French sporting goods leader Decathlon has inaugurated its latest retail dest... Read more
US retail rebounds as sales rise in May 2026
The US retail landscape recorded a robust performance in May 2026, with advance estim... Read more
Abercrombie & Fitch partners Target to expand Hollister Wholesale
Abercrombie & Fitch Co entered into a multi-season collaboration with retail gian... Read more
Intex Bangladesh 2026: Scaling global supply chains through sustainable sou…
Currently underway at the International Convention City Bashundhara in Dhaka, the 18t... Read more
Gold supplier status for Evitex Apparels from LC Waikiki
A subsidiary of the Dhaka-based Evince Group, Evitex Apparels has been awarded the pr... Read more
Onitsuka Tiger charts independent luxury future under OT Group
Onitsuka Tiger is officially embarking on a new chapter, transitioning from an intern... Read more
Under Armour expands Collegiate footprint with Sunshine State Conference ag…
In a strategic effort to fortify its presence within collegiate athletics, Under Armo... Read more
Cybex forays into streetwear with debut apparel collection
Long established as a market leader in premium child safety and mobility solutions, C... Read more
Tod’s strengthens global appeal with strategic K-pop partnership
In 2026, the luxury sector is increasingly defined by the fusion of traditional craft... Read more