Apparels

Egypt’s exports of readymade garments were worth $2.8 billion in the first ten months in 2025—a 22-per cent rise YoY, according to the Apparel Export Council of Egypt.
The United States topped the list of leading export destinations, followed by the EU, Turkiye and many Arab nations.
The council attributed the success to investments in modernisation, capacity expansion and sustainability initiatives.

Timex India is introducing Aston Martin watches to the Indian market. This move targets a gap for a true motorsports brand. The company sees a growing interest in motorsports and a consumer shift towards premium watches. Aston Martin watches will be available in two lines, priced between Rs 12,000 and Rs 60,000.

Arvind Fashions has appointed Nitesh Kanchan as the new CEO of its menswear brand Arrow. Kanchan will lead Arrow’s growth in product, brand, digital, and omni-channel retail. He brings extensive experience in digital commerce, brand building, and retail operations. His focus will be on strengthening formal wear and scaling casual categories.

Virat Kohli has partnered with Indian sportswear startup Agilitas Sports, bringing his lifestyle brand One8 under its umbrella. He had ended his Puma deal in April and instead invested in Agilitas. The company, which acquired shoe maker Mochiko and raised significant funding, will lead One8’s retail expansion in India and globally.

Australian clothing and fashion manufacturers cut inventory by 64.7 per cent in Q3 2025 to the lowest level since 2019, while boosting margins by 8.19 per cent despite weaker sales, as per data from Unleashed.
Lead times improved and firms shifted from pandemic stockpiling to leaner, data-driven operations.
Executives said recovery signs are emerging.

Readymade garment workers in Bangladesh who are part of trade unions earn 10 per cent higher gross wages than non-unionised RMG and non-RMG workers, a study by the Bangladesh Institute of Development Studies (BIDS) has revealed.
Meanwhile, climate change is affecting production in garment factories in Bangladesh as rising temperatures reduce worker productivity, another BIDS study found.

Rajasthan-based Manomay Tex India is prioritizing capacity expansion and cleaner production for sustainable growth. The company is also enhancing its presence in domestic and international markets, with plans to boost exports to countries like Colombia and Mexico. Manomay Tex has implemented measures such as zero liquid discharge and water recycling to improve sustainability.

The new category will be retailed through Superdry’s existing network operated by Reliance Brands Ltd (RBL), which holds a 76% stake in the brand’s IP for India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh. Superdry currently has over 200 points of sale across 50 Indian cities, supported by a nationwide e-commerce presence.

Footwear brand Inc.5 is set to open 100 company-operated stores by April. The company is also focusing on enhancing its digital presence and creating a seamless online and offline shopping experience. Inc.5 aims to reach 120 stores by the end of next fiscal year. Investments will target technology integration and consumer insights. The brand currently operates 92 stores across India.

Australia’s apparel imports dipped marginally in July–October but stabilised as October inflows improved ahead of festive demand.
Textile yarn and fabric imports grew strongly, reflecting steady domestic manufacturing, while fibre imports rose on replenishment needs.
Fibre exports fell year-to-date but rebounded sharply in October as Asian demand revived.