Trident Group Charts Innovation-Led Path•Gherzi Expands North American Footprint•European Bioeconomy Study: Consortium Calls for Urgent Shift to Bio-based Fibres & Fabrics•Replacing Elastane: CovationBio Introduces Sorona® elasterell-p Fiber for Durable Apparel•
U.S. Clothing and Accessories Retail Sales: H1 2026 Overview•US Manufacturing PMI: Textile Industry Shows Resilience in June•US Cotton Exports to Most Asian Destinations Face Sharp MoM and YoY Contraction•BioFibreLoop project pushes optimisation of bio-based, non-toxic functional textiles•Trident Group Charts Innovation-Led Path•Gherzi Expands North American Footprint•European Bioeconomy Study: Consortium Calls for Urgent Shift to Bio-based Fibres & Fabrics•Replacing Elastane: CovationBio Introduces Sorona® elasterell-p Fiber for Durable Apparel•
Textiles, Clothing & Footwear Business Insights
DUBLIN — While the broader cost of living continues to rise, the clothing and footwear sector has bucked the monthly trend, offering a brief respite for consumers in June 2026. According to the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report published on 09 July 2026 by the Central Statistics Office (CSO), prices within the clothing and … Read more
TCF POST Report Authentic Brands Group (Authentic) has announced a long-term strategic partnership with Experience Group to accelerate the growth of the iconic denim brand, Lee®, across Europe. This collaboration is set to expand distribution, localize operations, and establish a robust platform for future category development. A New Chapter for an Iconic Brand With over … Read more
TCF POST Report Fast Retailing Co., Ltd., the powerhouse behind global fashion giants UNIQLO and GU, has reported exceptional consolidated results for the nine months ended 31 May 2026, solidifying its trajectory as the world’s leading apparel retailer. By blending massive global scale with a refined “LifeWear” design philosophy, the group has successfully navigated inflationary … Read more
TCF POST Report SAN FRANCISCO – Levi Strauss & Co. (NYSE: LEVI) has announced robust financial results for the second quarter ended May 31, 2026, underscoring the success of its strategic evolution into a Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) denim lifestyle leader. The apparel giant posted an 8% increase in reported net revenues to $1.6 billion, with 6% … Read more
TCF POST Desk A coalition of leading international trade organizations, representing thousands of global brands and retailers, has secured a significant clarification from the Government of Sindh regarding minimum wage compliance in the region’s garment and textile sector. The coalition—which includes the American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA), amfori, the Ethical Trading Initiative (ETI), Ethical … Read more
TCF POST Desk New York: Covation Biomaterials, the innovator behind Sorona® elasterell-p, is showcasing its latest advancement, Xatryx® bioPTMEG, at the Functional Fabric Fair in New York. As a next-generation bio-based performance materials company, Covation Bio is demonstrating how Xatryx®—a second-generation bio-based raw material. It enables functional textile performance while advancing the defossilization of … Read more
TCF POST Report WILMINGTON – The global denim fabric market is undergoing a structural transformation, evolving from a traditional commodity-driven sector into a high-tech, sustainability-focused industry. According to the latest analysis, the market remains on a robust growth trajectory, projected to reach USD 27.9 billion by 2030 with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of … Read more
TCF POST Report Despite ongoing global efforts, the Textile, Clothing, and Footwear (TCF) industry is failing to decarbonize at the speed or scale required to meet international climate goals. In its recent analysis, State of the Industry 2026: Decarbonization Progress in the Apparel, Footwear & Textiles Industry, Cascale—a global nonprofit alliance of retailers, brands, manufacturers, … Read more
TCF POST Report Despite a slight cooling in the overall U.S. Manufacturing PMI® to 53.3%, the textile and apparel supply chain continues to demonstrate resilience. Both Textile Mills and Apparel, Leather & Allied Products were among the 14 industries reporting expansion in June, signaling a steady recovery in production. Industry Outlook & Key Metrics Sentiment … Read more
TCF POST Analysis The appointment of Charlie Cole as CEO of Lands’ End, effective July 13, 2026, marks a decisive shift in the company’s trajectory. By bringing in an executive with a deep background in digital transformation and artificial intelligence (AI), the Board of Directors is signaling that the next phase of growth for this … Read more
