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China Moves to Command More of the Market With New Boost to Global Trade Project

China has committed to spending $124 billion to restore its former glory in trading.

Deloitte Report Reveals 2017 Perception About the Future of US Manufacturing

The biggest problem with bringing manufacturing back to America is that there's nearly no one around to do it.

Report: Why Retailers Paying a Minimum Wage are Still Not Compliant

The living wage conversation is one that's been ongoing, but many apparel industry workers still aren't…

Virtual Assistants Set to Change the Consumer Journey

AI-enabled virtual assistants are gaining ground—and changing the way we shop.

IMF: Sub-Saharan Africa Growth Hits 20-Year Low and Sourcing Could Suffer

The African region that sourcing executives are paying the most attention to is still struggling to get its…

China, Bangladesh Lose Import Share to Vietnam in First Quarter

US apparel imports fell slightly in the first quarter of 2017, and Vietnam continues to come out ahead in…

Report: Abercrombie & Fitch Weighing Takeover Bids

Teen retailer Abercrombie & Fitch, once home to the hottest logo tees around, is considering takeover bids.

Retail Imports to Keep Growing Through the Summer

Imports at the nation's major retail container ports should see steady increases through the summer and into…

Student Develops Bra That Could Detect Early Signs of Breast Cancer

A student's latest innovation could protect millions of women from advanced stages of breast cancer in the…

Will the Border Adjustment Tax Live or Die?

When President Trump released a "plan" for tax reform late last month, it omitted the much maligned border…

Coach to Acquire Kate Spade in $2.4 Billion Deal

Coach Inc. announced today that it will add Kate Spade to its portfolio of brands.

Money Trouble: Why Cash is Losing Ground

With consumers accustomed to use cards for everything and mobile wallets and apps becoming more popular…

Gildan to Let American Apparel Consumers Choose US or Foreign-Made Tees

Gildan Activewear's American Apparel brand is taking a "two-pronged" approach in pricing for American Apparel…

Report: Gymboree to Close Stores as Bankruptcy Looms

The Gymboree Corporation children's wear retailer is said to be planning to restructure and trim its fleet…

Premium Fibers Defy the Race to the Bottom

While everyone else is going low, some brands have chosen to go high, opting for premium fibers that they…