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Retail stocks hit a 52-week high despite news about weak economic growth.
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Retailers may see gift card and internet sales rise because of the snow storm, but there's uncertainty over…
China to End Subsidy Program
U.S. filed WTO case alleging China's export subsidy program gave textiles, apparel and other goods an unfair…
Apparel Prices Fall in Nov., Rise 1% for Year
Retail apparel prices declined a seasonally adjusted 0.3 percent in November compared with October but rose 1…
U.S.-Made Apparel Prices Rise
Wholesale prices for U.S.-made apparel rose 0.2 percent in November compared with October, and prices on all…
Customs Seeks Strong Partners as Deadlines Approach
Ensuring initiatives to make U.S. ports more secure don’t interrupt the flow of trade is becoming…
New York State Joins Sweatfree Purchasing Consortium
New York State on Thursday pledged to purchase government goods from businesses that adhere to labor laws.
Retail Sales in November Reflect Hard Times
Retail sales results released by the Commerce Department Friday were a reminder that the road to recovery for…
Apparel Imports to U.S. Continue Decline in Oct.
Apparel and textile imports dropped again in October, with China and Vietnam posting the only gains for that…
Beige Book Hints at Modest Economic Improvement
Government reports based on anecdotal evidence indicate tight inventory and hiring practices at retailers.
L&T to Bar Raccoon Dog Fur
Lord & Taylor has agreed to toughen standards in its advertising and labeling of fur garments as part of a…
U.S.-China Walk Fine Line on Trade
Tensions over trade issues kept to a low simmer in order to achieve goals on a range of issues.