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Cotton Prices, Consumption to See Further Declines
The global cotton industry is likely to continue to see declines in price and demand next year as the…
U.S. Apparel Suppliers Dwindling
A report by Panjiva, a New York-based firm that helps brands evaluate factories, says the number of foreign…
Richardson Named Commerce Secretary
Will play a key role in trade.
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Business Coalition Opposes Union Organizing Bill
Labor groups and the business community to square off over a bill that would make it easier for workers to…
Obama Sets Team to Take on Trade, Security
President-elect Barack Obama named Hillary Rodham Clinton and Janet Napolitano to his cabinet on Monday.
Report: Unemployment to Rise in Rich Countries
Unemployment in rich countries is projected to increase by 8 million over the next two years to reach 42…
Industry Worries Security May Slow Port Business
The maritime industry is concerned policy initiatives to boost port security could slow the flow of goods and…
Unveiling the Star Spangled Banner
It doesn't get any more American than the Star Spangled Banner and Polo Ralph Lauren Corp.
Turkish Trade Shows: Feeling the Pinch
As the global economy slows, Turkish fashion makers experience effects.
Brazilian Trade Shows: Optimism Reigns
A strong domestic economy has Brazilian fairs feeling fine.
Chinese Trade Shows: Facing Challenges
Chinese trade shows faced a tough year in 2008 and expect more difficulty to come.
Jordan Apparel Exports to U.S. Fall
Jordan’s apparel sector, which is heavily dependent on U.S. exports, has lost ground in the post-quota era…
Sourcing Firms Brace for Trade Restrictions
Sourcing community predict President-elect Barack Obama and Democrats in Congress will favor protectionist…
Liquidity Gap in Global Trade
WTO's Lamy urges action by governments, banks, and export agencies.
Dour Economic Outlook at Shanghai Fair
Existing difficult economic conditions are expected to persist for apparel and textile industry.