Analysis

Business Sentiment in Germany Shows Improvement in June 2025

Germany’s business climate improved in June 2025, with the ifo Business Climate Index rising to 88.4 from 87.5 in May—its…

6 months ago

China’s Share Drops to 46.8% in Japan’s Apparel Imports but Remains on Top

China’s dominance in Japan’s apparel market is gradually weakening, with its share falling to 46.8% in the first four months…

6 months ago

Global Textile Finishing Agents Market Poised for Significant Growth by 2035

The global textile finishing agents market is projected to reach 9.3 million tons by 2035, with a total market value…

6 months ago

Luxury Market Cools Amid Global Pressures, But Resilience Remains

The global personal luxury goods sector is experiencing a noticeable deceleration, though experts say the slowdown is far from a…

6 months ago

Vinatex Sees Nearly 200% Profit Surge in H1 2025 Amid Strong Global Demand

The Vietnam National Textile and Garment Group (Vinatex) has reported a significant turnaround in the first half of 2025, with…

6 months ago

U.S. Footwear Firms Dodge Tariffs, Forge Nimble Supply Chains

U.S. footwear brands have turned an incoming wave of higher tariffs under President Trump's second term into an opportunity—strategically retooling…

6 months ago

CAI Ups Cotton Output to 301L Bales, Calls for Urgent Policy Fix

The Cotton Association of India (CAI) has revised its 2024–25 cotton production forecast upward to 301.15 lakh bales, despite regional…

6 months ago

South Indian cotton yarn prices stay firm as exporters benefit from weaker rupee

South Indian cotton yarn markets held steady this week amid tepid domestic demand, while a softer Indian rupee buoyed export…

6 months ago

Shipping Disruptions Mount in Strait of Hormuz Amid Escalating Israel-Iran Tensions

DUBAI — Commercial shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz is showing significant signs of slowdown as tensions between Israel…

6 months ago