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Strengthening U.S. Fashion Manufacturing and Supply Chains: CFDA and SOURCING by Informa Forge AllianceBoston Proper Rebrands With ‘Defy All Expectations’ Platform, Targets Growth Through Age-Inclusive FashionDelta Galil Posts Record Q2 Sales and Profit as Tariff Refund Boosts Cash Flow, Growth InvestmentsAnthropologie Expands Pilcro Denim Range with New Washes, Inclusive Fits for Fall 2026New Era Launches 2026 NFL Sidelines Collection with Weather-Engineered Designs and Athlete-Led CampaignDiabetic Footwear Market Set for Strong Growth on Rising Demand for Preventive Foot CareREVOLVE Double-Digit Q2 Growth: Tariff Windfalls and High-Impact Collaborations Propel Luxury E-commerceNike Expands Women’s Lifestyle Portfolio with "Studio Fleece" Launch Strengthening U.S. Fashion Manufacturing and Supply Chains: CFDA and SOURCING by Informa Forge AllianceBoston Proper Rebrands With ‘Defy All Expectations’ Platform, Targets Growth Through Age-Inclusive FashionDelta Galil Posts Record Q2 Sales and Profit as Tariff Refund Boosts Cash Flow, Growth InvestmentsAnthropologie Expands Pilcro Denim Range with New Washes, Inclusive Fits for Fall 2026New Era Launches 2026 NFL Sidelines Collection with Weather-Engineered Designs and Athlete-Led CampaignDiabetic Footwear Market Set for Strong Growth on Rising Demand for Preventive Foot CareREVOLVE Double-Digit Q2 Growth: Tariff Windfalls and High-Impact Collaborations Propel Luxury E-commerceNike Expands Women’s Lifestyle Portfolio with "Studio Fleece" Launch
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Yoga Clothing Becoming Lifestyle Essential and Market Poised for Explosive Growth

Pune – The global yoga clothing market is undergoing a significant transformation, evolving from a niche studio category into a high-stakes arena of global consumer retail. According to a new industry analysis, by MAXIMIZE MARKET RESEARCH PVT. LTD., the market is projected to surge from USD 31.23 billion in 2025 to USD 54.57 billion by … Read more

U.S. Clothing and Accessories Retail Sales: H1 2026 Overview

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TCF POST Analysis With the strongest performance recorded in June, the U.S. clothing and accessories retail sector demonstrated quite positive results throughout the first half (H1) of 2026. Data from the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor indicates sustained positive growth across both monthly and yearly metrics, marking a significant upward trend compared to the performance observed in … Read more

US Manufacturing PMI: Textile Industry Shows Resilience in June

TCF POST Desk TEMPE, Ariz. — The U.S. manufacturing sector saw continued growth in June 2026, with the Institute for Supply Management® (ISM®) reporting a Manufacturing PMI® of 53.3%. Amidst this broader economic expansion, the Textile Mills industry emerged as a notable standout, officially reporting growth during the month. Textile Industry Performance: A Month-over-Month Snapshot … Read more

US Cotton Exports to Most Asian Destinations Face Sharp MoM and YoY Contraction

TCF POST Report DHAKA — The United States cotton sector is navigating a complex export environment across Asian markets, as new data reveals a significant downward trend in volume for the regional export hub. According to the latest industry figures, total U.S. cotton textile exports to Asia dropped to 2,655.3 thousand pounds in May 2026. … Read more

BioFibreLoop project pushes optimisation of bio-based, non-toxic functional textiles

TCF POST Report The BioFibreLoop project—coordinated by the Deutsche Institute für Textil- und Faserforschung (DITF)—has reached a critical milestone with the completion of its first functional Digital Twin, a virtual modeling tool designed to revolutionize the production of sustainable, non-toxic textiles. Technical Innovation Economic and Sustainability Impact

Trident Group Charts Innovation-Led Path

TCF POST Report New Delhi, India – The Trident Group, a prominent global conglomerate in home textiles, has unveiled its strategic roadmap for the future at the Bharat Tex 2026 exhibition. The company’s vision, themed “The Expression of Living,” focuses on an innovation-driven approach, manufacturing excellence, and sustainable value creation. Strategic Vision The company’s leadership … Read more

Gherzi Expands North American Footprint

TCF POST Report ZURICH, SWITZERLAND — Gherzi Textil Organisation AG has announced the expansion of its North American operations, rebranding its U.S. office as “Gherzi Americas.” This strategic move signals a broader mandate for the firm, extending its advisory services across the United States, Canada, and Latin America to address the evolving complexities of the … Read more

European Bioeconomy Study: Consortium Calls for Urgent Shift to Bio-based Fibres & Fabrics

TCF POST Special Report BRUSSELS — The global textile industry, a massive engine of consumption, is facing a structural crisis. With global fibre production has surged to 124 million tonnes in 2023—and projected at 160 million tonnes by 2030—the sector remains dangerously tethered to fossil-based synthetic fibres, which now account for 67% of total production. … Read more

Replacing Elastane: CovationBio Introduces Sorona® elasterell-p Fiber for Durable Apparel

TCF POST Desk Delaware-based Covation Biomaterials LLC (CovationBio) has introduced Sorona® elasterell-p fiber, the company’s first U.S.-produced bicomponent stretch fiber. Made with a partially plant-based Sorona® polymer, the fiber offers brands a lower environmental footprint while maintaining high performance. Bio-based yarns are designed for fabrics requiring responsive stretch, including activewear, workwear, athleisure, and uniforms. The … Read more

“The Green Paradox”: Economic returns from green building and energy efficiency investments are far from guaranteed

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TCF POST Special Report New empirical research published today has cast a sobering light on the race for industrial sustainability in emerging Asia. It has revealed that the economic returns from green building and energy efficiency investments are far from guaranteed. In many instances, these well-intentioned climate policies are inadvertently triggering a “Green Paradox,” where … Read more

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