Apparels

Under Armour and Stephen Curry will separate Curry Brand, concluding their decade-long partnership.
Curry Brand becomes independent as Under Armour refocuses on its core label and releases the final Curry Brand x UA shoe in February 2026.
Both praised the partnership’s impact on youth sports, community work, and performance innovation, with Curry signalling ambitious future growth.

AAFA has welcomed new frameworks for reciprocal trade agreements with El Salvador and Guatemala, saying they support US workers, strengthen Central American export markets, reduce consumer costs, and boost integrated supply chains.
The frameworks include removing reciprocal tariffs on CAFTA-DR–qualifying textile and apparel products.

India’s textile exports showed strong growth in the first half of the financial year. Shipments to 111 countries increased by 10 percent. This performance highlights the sector’s resilience. Key markets like the UAE and Japan saw significant gains. Ready-Made Garments and Jute sectors were major contributors. This expansion supports government initiatives for export diversification.

Shraddha Kapoor’s jewellery brand Palmonas is in discussions to raise Rs 200-250 crore from mid-market private equity firm Xponentia Capital. The round is expected to value Palmonas around Rs 1,600-1,800 crore, up by more than three times from the last round, one of the persons said. The company had raised Rs 55 crore from Vertex Ventures earlier this year at a valuation of Rs 500-550 crore.

Indian sports shoe brands are creating unique designs with Indian elements. These brands target young consumers with stylish and comfortable footwear. Many are seeing repeat purchases and attracting investor interest. Companies are expanding manufacturing and offline presence. The sports shoe market in India is growing significantly.

Mexico’s apparel imports from Asia-Pacific reached $4.016 billion in January–September 2025, accounting for nearly 80 per cent of total inflows as buyers relied on competitive pricing and strong supply links.
Import volumes dipped slightly, reflecting a shift towards higher-value products.
Fabric imports from the region also dominated, supplying over half of Mexico’s needs.

Gokaldas Exports’ Q2 FY26 total income rose 7 per cent to ₹1,003 crore (~$11.30 million), driven by strong India growth despite a sharp 23 per cent decline in Africa due to AGOA uncertainty.
EBITDA stayed flat at ₹84 crore (~$9.47 million) amid tariff-sharing.
PBT and PAT fell significantly, while H1FY26 income and EBITDA improved.
The company expects a stronger order book if AGOA is reinstated.

VF Corporation has closed its $600 million sale of the Dickies brand to Bluestar Alliance.
The deal follows an earlier agreement for the iconic workwear and streetwear label, which operates in 55 countries.
Bluestar CEO Joseph Gabbay praised Dickies’ strong legacy, while VF CEO Bracken Darrell said the brand has a bright future and strong growth potential under its new ownership.

Columbia Sportswear has appointed Peter J Bragdon and Joseph P Boyle as co-presidents from November 12, 2025, as part of its succession planning.
Bragdon will lead international operations and multiple brands, while Boyle continues heading the Columbia brand.
Both will report to chairman and CEO Timothy P Boyle as the company focuses on renewed growth.

India’s textile exports showed strong growth in the first half of the financial year. Shipments to 111 countries increased by 10 percent. This performance highlights the sector’s resilience. Key markets like the UAE and Japan saw significant gains. Ready-Made Garments and Jute sectors were major contributors. This expansion supports government initiatives for export diversification.