Retail/Brands
December 19, 2024
Once the Holidays Wrap, These are the Retail Trends to Expect for 2025
We’re at the precipice of the year-end holidays and the New Year sits in the wings, waiting to step into the spotlight. For retailers, it’s a time to examine what…
Retail/Brands
December 11, 2024
Check It Out: Why Cotton Fits Best in the Current Fashion Landscape
It’s the end of the year, and while winter has many people dreaming of curling up with a soft blanket and a good book, the reality is usually mad dashes…
Retail/Brands
December 9, 2024
Where to Find Stability Amid Uncertainty in Current State of the Industry
It’s the end of the year, time to take stock and… what’s this? Gap profits are up, Target’s Q3 profits dropped significantly, and potentially everyone is wondering how new tariff…
Consumers
November 13, 2024
America Recycles Day Isn’t Just About Bottles & Cans
America Recycles Day rolls in on November 15 and it stands as a prime occasion to promote the recycling of clothes and textiles. “Honestly, when most consumers think about recycling,…
Consumers
October 31, 2024
The Notable Reasons Why Indie Brands Embrace Natural Fibers
It’s no secret that fast fashion and major brands have embraced petroleum-based textiles like polyester and acrylic. It’s to the point that nearly 70 percent of clothing is made of…
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Retail/Brands
Articles | Retail Market Analysis
Once the Holidays Wrap, These are the Retail Trends to Expect for 2025
We’re at the precipice of the year-end holidays and the New Year sits in the wings, waiting to step into the spotlight. For retailers, it’s a time to examine what…
Retail/Brands
Articles | Fashion & Apparel Trends
Check It Out: Why Cotton Fits Best in the Current Fashion Landscape
It’s the end of the year, and while winter has many people dreaming of curling up with a soft blanket and a good book, the reality is usually mad dashes…
Retail/Brands
Articles | Retail Market Analysis
Where to Find Stability Amid Uncertainty in Current State of the Industry
It’s the end of the year, time to take stock and… what’s this? Gap profits are up, Target’s Q3 profits dropped significantly, and potentially everyone is wondering how new tariff…
Economic Newsletter
Supply Chain
Newsletter | Economic Data/News
Monthly Economic Letter December 2024
RECENT PRICE MOVEMENT Cotton benchmarks were either rangebound or moved slightly lower over the past month. SUPPLY, DEMAND, & TRADE The latest USDA report featured increases to global production (+1.2…
Supply Chain
Newsletter | Economic Data/News
Monthly Economic Letter November 2024
RECENT PRICE MOVEMENT Cotton benchmarks either decreased slightly or traded sideways over the past month.• Recent movement in the December NY/ICE futures contract appears to be reinforcing the trading range…
Supply Chain
Newsletter | Economic Data/News
Monthly Economic Letter October 2024
RECENT PRICE MOVEMENT Cotton benchmarks were flat or higher over the past month. SUPPLY, DEMAND, & TRADE The latest USDA report featured relatively minor changes to global production (+219,000 bales…
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