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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
Boosted by continuing sales growth, August is expected to be the busiest month on record for imports at the…
West Coast Port Contract Agreement Brings Certainty for Shippers
The International Longshore and Warehouse Union and Pacific Maritime Association have signed a three-year…
Lifting of State of Emergency in Ethiopia Could Open Door for Sourcing
The Ethiopian government's lifting of a 10-month-long national state of emergency should help put it back on…
Performance Materials Move From the Gym to the Bedroom
Combine the fabric technology that allows for temperature control in athletic endeavors with the basic human…
Bolt Threads Goes Vertical With Best Made Co. Acqusition
Bolt Threads has become a vertical apparel manufacturer in a most unusual way.
Michael Kors Transformation Shows “Progress,” Looks to Jimmy Choo Boost in Second Half
Michael Kors awaits Jimmy Coo's arrival to embark on a new path, while Ralph Lauren seeks a "Way Forward"…
Amid Losses and Shifting Landscape, Ralph Lauren to Cut Department Store Count 25 Percent
Battling dramatic changes in the U.S. retail market, Ralph Lauren is slashing department store distribution.
Eastman Commits to Cutting Its Impact by 20 Percent Across the Board to Improve Sustainability
Specialty chemical and fiber giant Eastman Chemical Co.'s new sustainability report, "Innovating with…
Countering UPS, FedEx Won’t Raise Holiday Home Delivery Rates
In a competitive move against rival shipping giant UPS, FedEx Corp. said it will not apply residential…
Supima Design Competition Plants New Roots for Fashion
The Supima Design Competition is entering a new era this year with a seventh school added to its ranks and a…
Financial Roundup: Gildan Readies American Apparel Rollout, HanesBrands Aided by Acquisitions, Online Helps Delta Apparel
Gildan gets set to start marketing American Apparel, HanesBrands is already benefiting from acqusitions and…
ICAC Forecasts Soft Cotton Prices Ahead
Cotton prices are expected to be uncertain in the 2017-18 season.
Unifi Inks Joint Venture in Guatemala as Central American Sourcing Grows
As interest in Central American sourcing grows for its logistical and duty-free advantages, Unifi Inc. wants…
Under Armour Sets Restructuring Plan, Cuts Jobs as Sales Gain
Under Armour has a plan to improve efficiency, as international sales outpace domestic revenue.