Apparels

Yonex has begun using renewable solar energy at its Niigata Factory Nagaoka through an on-site PPA. The 896.72 kW system is expected to generate about 850,000 kWh annually and cut CO₂ emissions by around 295 tons.
The initiative supports Yonex’s Carbon Neutrality goals and expands its use of renewable energy across manufacturing sites.

Raymond Lifestyle has reported a stable Q1 FY27, with total income rising 6 per cent YoY to ₹1,560 crore (~$163.7 million) and EBITDA up 11 per cent to ₹135 crore (~$14.17 million).
Strong garmenting growth, driven by export demand and trade tailwinds, offset softer textile performance.
The company also strengthened its balance sheet, ending the quarter with a net cash position.

According to the company, the brand focuses on premium craftsmanship, quality formulations and understated design, targeting consumers seeking long-lasting fragrances without entering the ultra-luxury price segment.

Bangladesh could add $4-5 billion in apparel exports by scaling plastic-to-textile recycling, BUILD has estimated.
The push targets lower reliance on imported man-made fibres and alignment with European Union’s circularity requirements.
Policy proposals include a circular economy policy, better collection, traceability, recycled PET standards and certification.

India’s gold jewellery demand is rebounding after a weak first half hit by soaring prices, higher import duties and Adhik Maas. Retailers report stronger footfall, wedding demand and rising festive bookings, while old gold exchanges have surged.

Albania’s apparel exports rose 36.8 per cent year on year to $193.19 million in January-April 2026, TexPro data showed.
Nearshoring demand from European fashion buyers lifted CMT-led orders as brands sought shorter lead times and sourcing flexibility.
Imports more than doubled to $156.25 million, indicating higher inward processing for re-export rather than domestic demand.

Turkiye’s apparel exports fell 1.78 per cent year on year to $7.794 billion in January-June 2026, with knitted and woven categories both lower.
June shipments rebounded 14.75 per cent to $1.330 billion, the strongest monthly growth so far in 2026.
Turkiye’s apparel exports have been on a downward trajectory over the past three years.

South Korea’s apparel imports rose 2.27 per cent to $5.658 billion in January-June 2026, with June shipments up 4.54 per cent year on year.
Knitted apparel imports grew faster than non-knitted categories, signalling uneven sourcing demand across garment types.
Fabric and filament exports weakened in the first half, affecting South Korea’s textile trade mix.

Gildan Activewear Inc, a Canadian apparel manufacturer, posted record first-quarter net sales of $1.17 billion, rising 63.8 per cent YoY, driven by the full consolidation of HanesBrands.
Despite the revenue jump, Gildan reported a net loss of $55.1 million from continuing operations and an operating margin of negative 0.1 per cent.
Adjusted operating margin reached 14.3 per cent.

American manufacturer and distributor Columbia Sportswear Company has returned to profitability in Q2 FY26 as net sales rose 2 per cent to $614.4 million, supported by international growth and a $78 million IEEPA tariff refund.
The company raised its FY26 profit and EPS guidance, while maintaining its sales outlook despite softer US demand and ongoing macroeconomic uncertainty.