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Disciplined inventory control, a capital-light platform and margin-first retailing are helping Next outperform rivals in a difficult apparel market.
The big issue remains rebalancing supply chains to reduce risk and trying to plan in
Cascale data show emissions are still rising, with progress hinging on targeted investment and collaboration
Materials prices remain stable; premium natural fibers rising
Tariff elimination narrows the cost gap with Bangladesh and Turkey, but rules of origin, sustainability,
With no near-term relief in sight, brands and suppliers are adjusting sourcing, pricing, and inventory
Materials Prices
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Sourcing Spectrum
Portugal combines EU-standard quality, fast turnaround and small-batch production, giving brands a nearshore option for premium programs and test-and-repeat models.
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MATERIALS INNOVATION
R&D is adding or enhancing performance properties in traditional natural materials
Protective apparel is moving beyond static barrier garments toward lighter, more comfortable systems that sense,
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What C-suite execs are saying about growth markets, product strategy, the value of long term
Leaner buying could put brands at risk of stockouts if sales prove stronger than expected.
Promotional apparel is no longer simply a freebie – it’s a fashion-forward product with premium
C-suite execs talk about the importance of brand identity, how stores create a sales flywheel,
Recent earnings show that brands who have gotten the fundamentals right are succeeding, even in
Major sports brands have pivoted to outdoors as growth and margins in activesports continues to
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Disciplined inventory control, a capital-light platform and margin-first retailing are helping Next outperform rivals in a difficult apparel market.
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