Apparels

Bangladesh Export Processing Zones Authority (BEPZA) and Kaixi Garments Bangladesh Ltd have signed a $40.05 million deal to set up an intimate garment’s facility in BEPZA EZ, creating 3,003 jobs.
The group’s first project began in 2024, employing 3,700 workers.
BEPZA EZ has attracted over $1 billion in investments from 45 companies, with four in production.

Dollar Industries Ltd has reported strong Q1 FY26 results, with PAT up 39.3 per cent YoY to ₹2,132 lakh (~$2.43 million) and operating income rising 19.6 per cent to ₹39,913 lakh (~$45.53 million).
Growth was driven by higher volumes, strong margins, and robust performance in modern trade, e-commerce, and quick commerce.
The Force NXT brand also recorded significant gains in value and volume.

Bangladesh’s ready-made garment exports rose 24.67 per cent year-on-year to $3.962 billion in July 2025, driven by strong growth in knitwear and woven apparel shipments.
Knitwear exports grew 26.01 per cent to $2.178 billion, while woven apparel rose 23.08 per cent to $1.783 billion.
Home textiles also increased 13.24 per cent.
Apparel and textiles accounted for 84.48 per cent of total exports.

Revenue from operations of the company during the quarter under review grew moderately by 2.78 per cent at Rs 1,714.56 crore compared to Rs 1,668.18 crore in the same period of the preceding year.

Casio India starts selling watches made in India. This move strengthens Casio’s presence in the country. The company aims to meet Indian consumer needs better. Casio plans to introduce more locally made models. This decision aligns with national manufacturing goals. Managing Director Takuto Kimura says India is a key market. Local production will help Casio respond quickly to changing trends.

In June, US retail apparel prices rose 0.4 per cent MoM but fell YoY for the third month.
Apparel imports remained volatile after April’s tariff hikes.
Consumer confidence improved, while spending was flat overall but up 4.2 per cent YoY for apparel.
Q2 GDP grew 3 per cent annualised, inflation stayed at 2.8 per cent, job growth slowed, unemployment rose to 4.2 per cent, and wages gained 3.9 per cent.

Zara is doubling down on its Indian market strategy, planning new store openings, renovations, and tech upgrades to enhance its omnichannel presence. Despite a slight 0.4% revenue increase to Rs 2,782 crore in FY25, net profit jumped 23% to Rs 299 crore. Inditex, Zara’s parent company, is investing €1.8 billion globally in 2025 towards technological integration, online platform upgrades, and commercial space optimisation.

Zara is doubling down on its Indian market strategy, planning new store openings, renovations, and tech upgrades to enhance its omnichannel presence. Despite a slight 0.4% revenue increase to Rs 2,782 crore in FY25, net profit jumped 23% to Rs 299 crore. Inditex, Zara’s parent company, is investing €1.8 billion globally in 2025 towards technological integration, online platform upgrades, and commercial space optimisation.

Casio India has announced the sale of 28 watch models manufactured within the country, commencing in late July. This initiative aligns with national manufacturing efforts and aims to strengthen the company’s market presence.

Fueled by lender constraints and rich valuations, around ten jewellery retail firms are preparing to launch IPOs in the next 3-6 months. PNGS Reva Diamond Jewellery, Lalithaa Jewellery Mart, and Priority Jewels have already filed with SEBI. RiddiSiddhi Bullions, Rokde Jewellers, and Waman Hari Pethe are among those preparing their DRHPs, capitalizing on the thriving IPO market.