Weekly News

Weekly News 39/25 (26/09/2025)

UK denim market tops US $ 4.32 billion as Gen Z drives demand, finds Primark
GCC non-woven, coated textile garments market to reach US $ 2.7 billion by 2035
Forever 21 transitions to digital-first model in US with new operating partners
Uniqlo expands UK footprint with three new store openings
Bangladesh’s garment exports to Japan rise 15.6%, highlighting untapped potential
Global fibre output grows 6.5% in 2024, with synthetics widening lead: Textile Exchange
Nike and SKIMS to debut collaborative activewear collection
Indian consumers show strong preference for local and eco-friendly brands, study finds

Weekly News 37/25 (12/09/2025)

Bangladesh’s apparel exports to India rise 16.5% despite land port restrictions
Bangladesh Government to form expert panel to steer trade negotiations
Asos signs global agreement with ITF to safeguard transport and logistics workers
UK retail sales see boost in August, lead by clothing and footwear
Global fashion brands hit by India’s new GST regime
Bangladesh strengthens its position in US apparel market as China’s share declines
Zegna Group reports US $ 1 billion revenues in H1 2025, profit up 53%
Labor Unions urged to support greening in apparel industry

Weekly News 35/25 (29/08/2025)

Bangladesh RMG sector eyes fresh export orders from US, Europe, and Canada
Indian yarn imports remain strong despite Bangladesh’s land port ban
Uniqlo targets US $ 342 million annual sales in India within three years
Puma faces uncertainty as Pinault family weigh sale amid US $ 3 billion valuation slump
US tariff hike to hit RMG growth, force exporters to shift focus to EU, UK and UAE
Yarn prices set to rise in September amid growing knitwear demand
JD Sports reports sales decline but maintains profit outlook for FY ’26
Bengaluru’s garment sector faces rising textile waste crisis, study finds

Weekly News 33/25 (15/08/2025)

US sees fall in imports as tariff policies disrupt retailer purchasing plans
Tariff shift triggers surge in RMG orders for Bangladesh
UK consumers cause jump in July clothing sales due to warmer weather
India-UK FTA offers opportunity for Indian textile exporters amidst US tariffs: Official
Asics opens largest Indian flagship in New Delhi
92% of Indian consumers to maintain or increase festive spending in 2025: Survey
Bangladesh Government sets US $ 63.5 billion export target for FY ’26
Bangladeshi apparel exporters eye US ‘first sale’ rule to boost price competitiveness

Weekly News 32/25 (08/08/2025)

Overall duty rate for Bangladeshi apparel, footwear products to increase with US tariff addition
US retailers press Bangladeshi suppliers to absorb new tariffs, straining exporters
Sri Lanka sees rise in garment exports led by UK, EU
Adidas, Uniqlo warn of rising product pricing in US due to tariff pressure
Bangladesh to receive partial tariff exemptions on using US raw materials in garments
Italian watchdog slaps US $ 1.15 million greenwashing fine on SHEIN
Chittagong export depots face backlog amid US buyers’ rush before tariff deadline
Mango expands teen range in UK, eyes untapped demand
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