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Why Companies React to ‘Greenwashing’ With ‘Greenhushing’
The Federal Trade Commission will meet in three weeks to review the Green Guides which regulate corporate eco…
Zara Lawsuit Illustrates Why Digital Product Labels Matter
As Zara lodges a copyright lawsuit, industry experts debate the pros and cons of physical product labels and…
Shuffle Board: New Under Armour CEO, Tailored Brands Taps EVP, Cotopaxi Names Exec Trio
Under Armour said Stephanie Linnartz will become president and CEO, and Tailored Brands named Yen D. Chu as…
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What FTC’s Green Guides Review Means for Fashion
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Shuffle Board: New CFDA Chair, OMB Names MIA Director, CFO Changes at JD Sports, Coloreel, XPO
Thom Browne was elected chairman of the CFDA, while Livia Shmavonian will serve as OMB's new Made in America…
Tractor Supply Wins FTC Approval to Acquire Smaller Rival
Tractor Supply will acquire 166 Orscheln stores in the deal, but must divest 85 to two Midwestern retailers.
FTC Sues Mattress Pad Maker for Alleged False Made in USA Claims
"Electrowarmth's false claims that its goods were made in the USA can also harm competitors who tell the…
Walmart Asks Court to Toss ‘Unconstitutional’ FTC Lawsuit
The retailer claims the Federal Trade Commissions lacks the constitutional or statutory authority to bring…
‘Best Damn American Made Gear’ Schemer Ordered to Pay $211,000
Lions Not Sheep CEO Sean Whalen bragged about replacing China-origin tags with those stating that the shirts…
Why FTC Is Suing Walmart
Walmart, which "looked the other way and pocketed millions," per the FTC, said it will "defend against this…
Founder Who Bragged About Phony ‘Made in USA’ Labels Fined $200,000
Utah-based Lions Not Sheep promoted its China-made apparel as the "BEST DAMN AMERICAN MADE GEAR ON THE…
Fashion Nova Banished Bad Reviews, Class-Action Lawsuit Claims
The suit said Fashion Nova was "knowingly engaging in misleading, deceptive and false statements" by…
Kohl’s, Walmart Face Largest-Ever FTC Civic Penalty for Bogus Bamboo Marketing
The FTC asked the court to order Kohl's and Walmart to pay combined penalties of $2.5 million and $3 million…
How Government Agencies Promote and Protect Made in USA
Experts explain how to navigate Made in America claims to avoid landing in hot water.
Why Brands Should Take the Long View on Customer Reviews
Stores and brands might not realize the importance online reviews play in increasing visibility, improving…