Apparels

Chief mentor of CMAI, Rahul Mehta said India captured only limited gains from the China+1 sourcing shift as buyers sought greater scale, while Bangladesh and Vietnam advanced faster.
With apparel exports at $16.29 billion last year and $4.19 billion in Q1 2026, FTAs offer fresh opportunities, but compliance, labour, quality and scale remain key hurdles.

India’s DGFT has proposed waiving RCMC for postal, courier and e-commerce export consignments with FOB value up to ₹10,000 (~$115).
The move cuts a fixed compliance cost for micro-exporters, but the low cap may limit any lift for apparel exporters using FTP benefits.
Stakeholders seek a turnover-based route and safeguards before consultation closes on July 30, 2026.

European Commission penalties totalling €750 million (~$857 million) against AliExpress and Temu push online fashion compliance upstream from parcels to platforms.
TexPro says extra-EU apparel imports from China rose 17.10 per cent to $42.09 billion in 2025, lifting share to 29.03 per cent.
Sellers and sourcing teams face scrutiny over listing data, seller identities and tariff classifications.

Jordanian Minister of Industry, Trade and Supply Yarub Qudah recently discussed with American Apparel and Footwear Association (AAFA) representatives strengthening trade cooperation and exploring opportunities to attract new investments to Jordan.
The discussions took place in Washington during a session hosted by AAFA.
Qudah invited US companies to explore investment opportunities in Jordan.

India’s gem and jewellery exports rebounded sharply in June, with gross exports rising 26.51 per cent year-on-year to USD 2.21 billion, supported by stronger demand across key international markets and lower gold prices, the Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) said on Wednesday.

Starting next January, Nike will restrict key Chinese retailers from selling its merchandise online. This pivotal move is part of Nike’s strategy to uphold a strong brand image and manage sales through official avenues. As the sportswear giant grapples with falling sales and mounting competition from local contenders, retail partners saw a notable decline in share prices after this announcement.

Following a recent meeting with representatives from the Garment Association Nepal, PM Balendra Shah has instructed ministries to clear pending administrative delays, form a dedicated Textile and Clothing Development Council and restart factories closed for long.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has been asked to resolve laboratory testing hurdles that have restricted exports to the US.

Zeel Climate Clothing has shown summer apparel prototypes at Bharat Tex 2026 using UV-resistant, heat-resistant and moisture-absorbent synthetic fabric with fan-assisted air circulation.
The India-focused launch signals growing demand for functional fashion as heatwaves reshape clothing needs.
Zeel is selling direct-to-consumer first, with scale-up planned after consumer response data.

Bata India predicts ongoing growth, leveraging a comprehensive retail network coupled with advanced digital tools. The brand intends to increase its revenue through a focus on premium goods and strengthened brand value. Key to its strategy is targeting emerging opportunities, expanding into smaller markets, and prioritizing product innovation to maintain robust demand across its brand lineup.

On Monday, the Bengaluru-based company reported a 70% year-on-year (YoY) growth in its operating revenue to Rs 737 crore in the June quarter of FY27, up from Rs 493 crore reported in the same period last year. Kushwaha attributed this growth to strong same-store sales growth (SSSG) of 39% YoY.