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Civil Unrest and Political Risks Could Undermine ‘Friendshoring’ Movement

Research from Verisk Maplecroft shows government instability and exposure to conflict could stymie the growth…

This Continent Could Be Retail’s Next Gold Rush

A Kearney report outlines where retailers should be looking for their next big global growth opportunities.

State of Fashion 2018: McKinsey Says Emerging Markets Key to Growth, Industry Improvement Ahead

McKinsey & Co.'s "State of Fashion 2018" report sees improvement ahead after a challenging last couple of…

Puma Wants to Reward Suppliers in Emerging Markets

German sportswear giant Puma may be shelling out six figures each to Rihanna and Kylie Jenner to help boost…

World Bank Expects Continued Slowdown in Emerging Markets

Emerging markets have had a tough go at growth in recent years and the ongoing slowdown could lead to an even…

Primark Bolsters Sales for Associated British Foods, Offsets Currency Hit

Associated British Foods (ABF) maintained its earnings forecast Monday as sales at Irish fast-fashion chain…

LF Sourcing President on the State of the Industry: It’s Complicated

In 2013, total trade growth in the world was only 2.5%—an unremarkable rate brought on by a sluggish economy…

H&M and Swedfund Unite to Improve Ethiopia’s Textile Industry

H&M is making good on the promise it made more than one year ago to grow its supply chain with the help of…

Sri Lanka Clothing Makers Facing Loss of E.U. Trade Benefits, Other Major Challenges

A trio of major challenges confront Sri Lanka clothing manufacturers, said A. Sukumaran, outgoing chairman of…