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Financial Roundup: Gap Inc. Earnings Spike, Ross Stores’ Sales Above Plan
Gap Inc. shares jump on improved performance and outlook, while Ross Stores increased guidance on strong…
Sourcing 2050: As China Goes, the World Follows
The long-term outlook for global apparel sourcing rotates around one country–China–although no longer as just…
Vietnam Remains Second Only to China in Sourcing
The Trans-Pacific Partnership might be dead, but Vietnam remains a strong second to China on the sourcing…
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Macy’s CEO Says Store’s Entire Marketing Machine Needs “Re-Engineering”
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Financial Roundup: Kohl’s Trends Up, Children’s Place Sees Gains, Dillard’s Numbers Down
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Fair Trade Association Urges Bangladesh to Cooperate with EU and ILO
The Fair Trade Association has sent a letter to Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina of Bangladesh urging the country…
Cargo Imports Set to Hit New Monthly and Annual Records
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West Coast Port Contract Agreement Brings Certainty for Shippers
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Performance Materials Move From the Gym to the Bedroom
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Bolt Threads Goes Vertical With Best Made Co. Acqusition
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Michael Kors Transformation Shows “Progress,” Looks to Jimmy Choo Boost in Second Half
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