Apparels

Sri Lanka’s garment exports rose 9.9 per cent to $1.97 billion in January–May 2025, while total textile product exports hit $2.14 billion, comprising over half of industrial exports.
May saw a slight year-on-year dip.
Imports of clothing and accessories surged 31.2 per cent.
Rising export and import activity signals recovering demand and trade momentum.

Puma has extended its partnership with Borussia Dortmund, continuing its role as official kit supplier and fanwear creator.
Since 2012-13, the duo has celebrated major milestones, including two UEFA Champions League finals and two DFB Cup wins.
The renewed deal underscores shared values and a strong bond, with Puma set to outfit all BVB teams and fans in coming seasons.

Despite global luxury market slowdowns, the Middle East remains a bright spot, fueled by tourism and local wealth, with sales up 6% last year. Recent tensions between Israel and Iran caused temporary disruptions, but optimism persists. Luxury brands are expanding in the region, banking on its resilience and strategic importance as a travel hub, though caution among travelers has increased.

A South Florida-based company is reshoring jobs with a new 72,000-sq-ft factory in Houston.
The expanded Houston plant will initially produce up to 500,000 emblems and patches per week.
This move, spurred by tariffs and rising demand, will enhance supply chain speed, reduce tariff costs, and boost same-day delivery for major clients like Levi’s and Aramark.

Turkiye’s apparel exports dropped 6.54 per cent year-on-year to $6.779 billion in January–May 2025, with both knitted and non-knitted segments seeing declines.
May 2025 exports also fell 7.78 per cent.
Imports of cotton textiles (HS Chapter 52) rose slightly by 2 per cent during the same period.
In 2024, total apparel exports were down 4.47 per cent, continuing a declining trend since 2022.

The Delhi High Court has reinstated Crocs Inc’s lawsuit against Bata India and other Indian footwear brands. Crocs alleges these companies are imitating the design of its foam clogs. The court overturned a previous order dismissing Crocs’ petitions. It stated Crocs deserves a chance to prove its claims of passing off.

Argentina’s apparel imports rose 83 per cent to $223.8 million and fabric imports increased 56 per cent to $175.4 million during January–April 2025.
China remained the leading supplier for both.
Apparel imports had been volatile in 2024, while fabric imports declined for three consecutive years since 2022.
However, both categories are witnessing a recovery trend in 2025.

Facing a labour shortage, the Tiruppur Exporters Association (TEA) is urging government support to establish housing for migrant workers, crucial for the knitwear export hub. Tiruppur, responsible for 68% of India’s knitwear exports, eyes a 15% annual growth, targeting Rs 1 lakh crore exports by 2030, anticipating a 10% order increase with the India-UK FTA.

Misto Holdings released its 2024 sustainability report—its first under the new brand identity—detailing ESG strategies across planet, society, and governance.
Highlights include expanded Scope 3 emissions data, circular product launches, strengthened supplier compliance, global social initiatives, and a 158.7% rise in shareholder returns, reinforcing its renewed sustainability commitment.

AMAMA, the Delhi-based jewellery brand, has secured USD 1 million in funding led by Mistry Ventures LLP to fuel its expansion plans. The company aims to scale operations, strengthen infrastructure, and grow its design team.