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Operating Through Chaos: Sri Lanka’s ‘Endured Far Worse,’ Expert Says

Political turmoil, a spiraling currency and vast power shortages have so far done little to slow down garment…

The Days of ‘Excessively Exuberant Consumption’ Are Over

Consumer sentiment and U.S. retail sales could get worse before they get better, according to experts at…

Commodity Collapse? What to Know About Cotton Prices Right Now

"Benchmark prices collapsed over the past month," Cotton Incorporated senior economist Jon Devine wrote in a…

6 Million Extra Containers Are Flooding the Global Supply Chain

The oversupply will lead shippers to demand more depot space, which is already scarce, according to Container…

Apparel Sales Were Flat in June as US Retail Sales Rose 1%

After adjusting for inflation, Wells Fargo economists estimate that real retail sales in June actually fell…

Who’s Next in Line for the CEO Firing Squad?

Companies aren't afraid to send their top dogs packing when the going gets tough.

What Retail Needs to Know about This Year’s School and College-Shopping Season

Data from Deloitte and the National Retail Federation uncovers what and how consumers plan to spend during…

Inflation Didn’t Stop Prime Day Shoppers From Buying 100K Items a Minute

The e-commerce giant also conceded to stop using sellers' data for its retail business and private-label…

Here’s What Parents & Students Want in Back-to-School Apparel

Yes, it's Back-to-School (BTS) time and stores and brands should note what Gen Z and their parents are…

Inflation Shows No Sign of Slowing as CPI Hits 40-Year High

The overall CPI increased 1.3 percent in June and was up 9.1 percent from a year earlier, the largest…

US Manufacturers Strategize to Take On Inflation, Labor Shortages

Manufacturers are most likely to make significant changes to their products and services, and pricing models…

Report: Materials Motivate Consumers to Make Responsible Purchases

A new survey by IFM-Première Vision Chair reveals the information gap between sustainable fashion brands and…

Will Inflation Drive Consumers to Make More Sustainable Purchases?

The rising cost of living in the U.S. means consumers may have to find alternative ways to practice…

Here’s What’s Going On in Some of the World’s Biggest Manufacturing Zones

The S&P Global Flash U.S. Manufacturing PMI indicated a slower improvement in operating conditions across the…

Inflation Fuels Consumers’ ‘Grimmer Outlook’ as Recession Looks Likely

"With high inflation shattering consumer and investor confidence," Wells Fargo economists' outlook is…