Copyright (c) 2026. All rights reserved by www.fibre2fashion.com https://www.fibre2fashion.com/news/textile-news Free Textile News - Textiles RSS XML Feeds - Fibre2fashion Textile, Fashion, Apparel and Retail Industry across the world - Fibre2fashion.com en-us Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:28:02 GMT 1 142 18 https://www.fibre2fashion.com https://www.fibre2fashion.com/images/logo_f2f.gif https://www.fibre2fashion.com/news/textile-news/philippines-fiscal-consolidation-slows-amid-weak-growth-fitch-ratings-312854-newsdetails.htm The Philippines’ proposed 2027 budget targets a deficit of 5.1 per cent of GDP, signalling slower fiscal consolidation amid weak growth, Fitch Ratings said. GDP grew just 2.3 per cent YoY in Q2 2026. Fitch expects medium-term growth of around 6 per cent, while lower revenue expectations and reduced infrastructure spending could weigh on the fiscal outlook and debt stabilisation. Textiles 312854 Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:28:02 GMT https://www.fibre2fashion.com/news/textile-news/global-growth-remains-resilient-amid-rising-h2-risks-report-312850-newsdetails.htm Nomura says global growth stayed resilient in the first half of 2026 despite energy shocks, inflation and higher yields, backed by AI and policy. US and euro area demand remains supported for sourcing, but oil-price and Middle East risks may lift costs and hit sentiment. Asia is uneven: AI demand favours Greater China, South Korea, Malaysia and Singapore; China has weak demand but strong exports. Textiles 312850 Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:28:02 GMT https://www.fibre2fashion.com/news/textile-news/iata-cec-2026-to-focus-on-improving-air-cargo-operations-312844-newsdetails.htm IATA’s 2026 Cargo Experts Conference (CEC), scheduled for September 23-24 in Budapest, will focus on improving air cargo operations through global standards, technology and data. Three specialised tracks will cover Digital Cargo, Safety and Security, and Pharma and Cargo Operations, addressing AI, automation, lithium battery risks, ground handling and cold-chain resilience. Textiles 312844 Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:28:02 GMT https://www.fibre2fashion.com/news/textile-news/france-s-economic-index-edges-up-0-1-in-june-tcb-312840-newsdetails.htm France’s LEI rose 0.1 per cent to 111.7 in June 2026, slowing from a 0.4 per cent increase in May. The LEI gained 1.4 per cent in H1 2026, compared with 1.8 per cent in H2 2025. The CEI was unchanged at 111.0 in June after rising 0.1 per cent in May, while it edged up 0.2 per cent during H1 2026, signalling broadly stable current economic conditions. Textiles 312840 Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:28:02 GMT https://www.fibre2fashion.com/news/textile-news/uk-businesses-face-supply-chain-trade-workforce-pressures-ons-312835-newsdetails.htm UK businesses faced continued pressure from economic uncertainty, labour costs and energy prices in August 2026. Office for National Statistics (ONS) data showed turnover broadly stable, while 61 per cent expressed concern over energy prices. Supply-chain disruption and international conflict also remained key risks, although 94 per cent of businesses continued trading. Textiles 312835 Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:28:02 GMT https://www.fibre2fashion.com/news/textile-news/india-s-trade-deficit-widens-despite-19-6-export-rise-312863-newsdetails.htm India’s merchandise exports rose 19.6 per cent on-year in July to $44.2 billion, but imports rose 17.5 per cent to $76.2 billion. The goods trade deficit widened to $32.0 billion, keeping cost and currency pressures in focus for sourcing teams. Readymade garments, leather, gems and jewellery declined, while growth in cotton yarn, fabrics, and manmade yarn and fabrics moderated. Textiles 312863 Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:28:02 GMT https://www.fibre2fashion.com/news/textile-news/us-unifi-posts-4-1-sales-growth-in-q4-margins-improve-312873-newsdetails.htm Unifi’s Q4 sales rose 4.1 per cent YoY to $144.2 million, with margin at 9.9 per cent and adjusted EBITDA at $8.2 million. Full-year sales fell to $531.3 million on Americas and Asia softness, but gross profit, adjusted EBITDA and operating cash flow improved. FY27 guidance sees Brazil gains, Americas margin growth and Asia pressure; a $60 million real estate sale is expected to aid debt cuts. Textiles 312873 Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:28:02 GMT https://www.fibre2fashion.com/news/textile-news/australian-gdp-growth-seen-modestly-positive-in-q2-as-economy-slows-312869-newsdetails.htm Australia’s Q2 GDP is seen as modestly positive, with growth slowing to 1.3 per cent in 2026 from 2.5 per cent in 2025. For textile and apparel trade, weak confidence and subdued investment signal cautious demand, sourcing and capacity planning. Inflation and transport costs remain risks; the Reserve Bank is expected to hold rates at 4.35 per cent through 2026, with a possible Q2 2027 cut. Textiles 312869 Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:28:02 GMT https://www.fibre2fashion.com/news/textile-news/india-s-road-to-20-trn-runs-through-20-structural-reforms-equirus--312868-newsdetails.htm Equirus has proposed a 20-step reform agenda to help India reach a $20 trillion economy by 2036, requiring roughly 18 per cent annual growth in dollar terms. The roadmap focuses on fuel under GST, higher public capex utilisation, deeper capital markets, R&D, education, GCCs, tourism and urban governance. Equirus estimates the package could deliver a ₹4.5 trillion annual net fiscal gain. Textiles 312868 Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:28:02 GMT https://www.fibre2fashion.com/news/textile-news/why-are-psf-nfy-asf-prices-climbing-mills-pass-on-feedstock-costs-312857-newsdetails.htm China nylon 6 filament yarn has risen 5-6 per cent and polyester yarn 2-3 per cent as mills pass on caprolactam, PTA and MEG inflation, while acrylic staple fibre is up only 1 per cent. Acrylonitrile has jumped 20 per cent and MEG 16 per cent, with crude volatility tied to US-Iran tensions keeping procurement risk high for buyers across PSF, NFY and ASF categories. Textiles 312857 Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:28:02 GMT