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Is ‘Nearshoring’ the New Offshoring?

29 May 2017 • By Sarah Shannon

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‘Ramadan Rush’ Brings Gulf Retailers to Europe

26 May 2017 • By Louise Nichol

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Latin America's $160 Billion Fashion Opportunity

18 May 2017 • By Robb Young

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China’s Fashion Giants Get Sophisticated

28 April 2017 • By Kati Chitrakorn

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When the Name Game Gets Serious in China

28 April 2017 • By Kati Chitrakorn and Tianwei Zhang

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Japan Wants More Fashion Designers from Abroad

28 April 2017 • By Ashley Clarke

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Opening Russia’s Retail Frontiers

21 April 2017 • By Sascha Amato

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Mexico’s Luxury Market Might Actually Benefit From Trump

6 April 2017 • By Lauren Sherman

Wall or no wall, Mexico’s luxury market is thriving with a little unexpected help from the country’s arch nemesis: the President of the United States. But there's still cause for concern.

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Nashville: America’s Next Fashion Capital?

4 April 2017 • By Lauren Sherman

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Why Brands Fear China’s Consumer Rights Day

31 March 2017 • By Kati Chitrakorn

31 March 2017 • By Kati Chitrakorn

In this month’s China Edit, why global companies like Nike, Esprit and Guess are targeted by China’s consumer protection groups, why Korean brands are vulnerable, and more.

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Is ‘Nearshoring’ the New Offshoring?

Fashion brands are turning to manufacturers in Eastern Europe and Central America for greater agility and speed to market.

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‘Ramadan Rush’ Brings Gulf Retailers to Europe

On the eve of Ramadan, London outposts of Middle Eastern boutiques are preparing for an influx of shoppers from the region during next month's Eid holiday.

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Latin America's $160 Billion Fashion Opportunity

The fashion market in Latin America is bigger than the Middle East and growing as fast as Asia. But will industry leaders continue to invest as much as the region needs to realise its full potential?

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China’s Fashion Giants Get Sophisticated

Global fashion brands are facing increased competition as China’s large domestic players invest heavily in branding and retail experience in a bid to become more sleek, sophisticated and cosmopolitan.

When the Name Game Gets Serious in China

In this month’s China Edit, the backlash surrounding Airbnb's new Chinese name highlights the importance of brand naming, while China’s biggest women’s footwear retailer is up for sale.

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Japan Wants More Fashion Designers from Abroad

As Japan’s population ages and shrinks, the government hopes to alleviate the labour shortage by recruiting more foreign specialists. But are there more obstacles than opportunities?

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Opening Russia’s Retail Frontiers

While Moscow and St Petersburg account for most of Russia’s fashion retail spend, its provincial cities are an increasingly interesting opportunity.

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Mexico’s Luxury Market Might Actually Benefit From Trump

Wall or no wall, Mexico’s luxury market is thriving with a little unexpected help from the country’s arch nemesis: the President of the United States. But there's still cause for concern.

Nashville: America’s Next Fashion Capital?

Once synonymous with rhinestones and cowboy boots, a growing number of emerging fashion labels have turned Music City into a thriving fashion hub.

Why Brands Fear China’s Consumer Rights Day

In this month’s China Edit, why global companies like Nike, Esprit and Guess are targeted by China’s consumer protection groups, why Korean brands are vulnerable, and more.