Copyright (c) 2026. All rights reserved by www.fibre2fashion.com http://www.fibre2fashion.com/news/allnews.aspx Free Textile and Fashion Industry News RSS XML Feeds - Get Free News through xml feeds - Textile, Fashion, Apparel and Retail Industry across the world - Fibre2fashion.com en-us Wed, 27 May 2026 10:48:02 GMT 0 142 18 http://www.fibre2fashion.com http://www.fibre2fashion.com/images/logo_f2f.gif https://www.fibre2fashion.com/news/retail-industry/uk-s-retail-price-growth-slows-to-weakest-pace-in-over-a-year-cbi-310568-newsdetails.htm UK retail price growth slowed to +28 per cent in May 2026, the weakest pace in over a year, as subdued consumer demand continued to pressure the sector, according to a survey by CBI. Retail sales volumes remained below seasonal norms, while retailer sentiment stayed negative. Businesses expect weaker investment and hiring, although sales declines are projected to ease slightly. Retail 310568 Wed, 27 May 2026 10:48:02 GMT https://www.fibre2fashion.com/news/textile-news/iran-war-fuels-energy-uncertainty-for-uk-businesses-bcc-survey-310564-newsdetails.htm A British Chambers of Commerce survey found 80 per cent of UK firms are experiencing or expecting disruption from the Iran conflict, mainly through higher energy prices, shipping delays and rising raw material costs. Manufacturing reported the biggest impact. Around 75 per cent of businesses expect energy bills to rise over the next year, while more than a third anticipate difficulties paying costs. Textiles 310564 Wed, 27 May 2026 10:48:02 GMT https://www.fibre2fashion.com/news/retail-industry/fashion-tops-gen-zalpha-s-spending-here-are-the-brands-winning-310567-newsdetails.htm Gen Zalpha consumers are making informed purchasing decisions shaped by authenticity, accessibility, value and cultural relevance. Brands such as Nike, Crocs and Amazon are gaining loyalty through strong digital experiences, functional benefits and emotional connection. Convenience-led platforms and private-label fashion are becoming increasingly influential among young US shoppers. Retail 310567 Wed, 27 May 2026 10:48:02 GMT https://www.fibre2fashion.com/news/apparel-news/japan-s-apparel-imports-rebound-to-2-1-bn-in-april-2026-310563-newsdetails.htm Japan’s apparel imports rebounded in April 2026 after declining in March, reaching around $2.17 billion and accounting for 3.4 per cent of total imports. Textile yarn and fabric imports and exports also posted gains, while textile machinery exports rose strongly. Over recent fiscal years, Japan has maintained relatively steady growth in apparel imports and machinery exports. Apparel/Garments 310563 Wed, 27 May 2026 10:48:02 GMT https://www.fibre2fashion.com/news/textile-news/german-industrial-sales-goods-exports-robust-in-q1-2026-bundesbank-310562-newsdetails.htm The German economy is more robust than expected earlier despite burdens, the Deutsche Bundesbank said in its May report. Industrial sales and goods exports were robust in Q1 2026. Averaged over Q1 2026, industrial production was significantly weaker than in Q4 2025. The labour market was unable to gain from fairly strong Q1 2026 economic growth, and inflation may remain higher over the coming months. Textiles 310562 Wed, 27 May 2026 10:48:02 GMT https://www.fibre2fashion.com/news/textile-news/dedicated-india-china-ocean-service-to-be-launched-on-june-4-310557-newsdetails.htm Danish integrated logistics company Maersk recently announced the launch of FI2, a dedicated ocean service connecting Far East Asia to the Indian subcontinent, with the first Westbound sailing departing Shanghai on June 4. The service will provide Indian businesses with a quicker, reliable, high-frequency connection to key manufacturing and sourcing hubs across North West India, Maersk said. Textiles 310557 Wed, 27 May 2026 10:48:02 GMT https://www.fibre2fashion.com/news/textile-news/manufacturing-boosts-turkiye-s-economic-confidence-in-may-2026-310551-newsdetails.htm Turkiye’s economic confidence index rose by 0.8 per cent MoM to 97.2 in May 2026, recovering from April’s decline, according to TurkStat. Manufacturing confidence increased by 2.4 per cent to 101, while retail trade and consumer confidence also improved. Retail trade recorded the highest confidence level at 112.5, whereas construction remained the weakest sector with an index of 82.1. Textiles 310551 Wed, 27 May 2026 10:48:02 GMT https://www.fibre2fashion.com/news/textile-news/imposing-add-can-save-india-3-bn-annually-c-dep-cws-report-310565-newsdetails.htm Imposing anti-dumping duties (ADD) on the current set of products being evaluated by India would lead to an estimated annual forex saving of $3 billion and facilitate domestic investments of $7.315 billion, according to a new report. It highlights the disproportionate impact of non-implementation of ADD on MSMEs. Sustained dumped imports have forced shutdowns in sectors like nylon filament yarn. Textiles 310565 Wed, 27 May 2026 10:48:02 GMT https://www.fibre2fashion.com/news/retail-industry/in-a-bargain-hungry-market-ross-stores-leaves-walmart-and-tjx-behind-310566-newsdetails.htm US consumers facing inflation and geopolitical uncertainty are increasingly turning towards off-price retailers that offer value and branded products at lower prices. Ross Stores delivered record comparable sales growth through stronger merchandising, spring assortments and rising appeal among younger shoppers. Value, brand accessibility and targeted marketing are reshaping spending patterns. Retail 310566 Wed, 27 May 2026 10:48:02 GMT https://www.fibre2fashion.com/news/textile-news/cautious-buying-weighs-on-south-india-cotton-yarn-prices-310560-newsdetails.htm Cotton yarn prices in South India dropped as weaker demand, easing cotton prices and cautious buying sentiment reduced trade activity. Mumbai and Tiruppur markets saw price corrections amid profit booking and expectations of further declines. Labour shortages, payment constraints and bearish cotton trends curbed fresh buying, while cotton prices remained under pressure amid softer ICE cotton trends. Textiles 310560 Wed, 27 May 2026 10:48:02 GMT