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Global Markets

US Cuts Tariffs on Bangladesh Goods, Exempts Some Apparel

President Donald Trump will lower the country’s overall reciprocal tariff to 19 percent.

Global Markets

US Cuts Tariffs on Bangladesh Goods, Exempts Some Apparel

President Donald Trump will lower the country’s overall reciprocal tariff to 19 percent.


Global Markets

Ralph Lauren, Walmart Suppliers Among Winners in India-US Deal

Footwear manufacturers and apparel exporters emerged as major winners in the joint framework for an interim trade deal between the US and India.

Global Markets

Ralph Lauren, Walmart Suppliers Among Winners in India-US Deal

Footwear manufacturers and apparel exporters emerged as major winners in the joint framework for an interim trade deal between the US and India.


Beauty

French Beauty Exports Feel the Pain of Trump’s Tariffs

France’s exports to the US of signature products including champagne, perfume and cosmetics slumped at the end of last year, weighed by president Donald Trump’s tariffs and a weaker dollar.

Beauty

French Beauty Exports Feel the Pain of Trump’s Tariffs

France’s exports to the US of signature products including champagne, perfume and cosmetics slumped at the end of last year, weighed by president Donald Trump’s tariffs and a weaker dollar.


Luxury

Is the Storm Blowing Over for Watchmakers? Yes and No

It’s a case of winners and losers for Swiss watchmakers, as the strongest brands shoot ahead, widening the gap with their smaller rivals, writes Robin Swithinbank. Plus, Rolex’s LIV Golf tie-up and The Honourable Merchants Group’s pause.

Luxury

Is the Storm Blowing Over for Watchmakers? Yes and No

It’s a case of winners and losers for Swiss watchmakers, as the strongest brands shoot ahead, widening the gap with their smaller rivals, writes Robin Swithinbank. Plus, Rolex’s LIV Golf tie-up and The Honourable Merchants Group’s pause.


Global Markets

AGOA Extension Offers Temporary Reprieve for African Exporters to the US

US President Donald Trump signed legislation on Tuesday extending the lapsed US duty-free trade programme for 32 eligible African countries through Dec. 31.

Global Markets

AGOA Extension Offers Temporary Reprieve for African Exporters to the US

US President Donald Trump signed legislation on Tuesday extending the lapsed US duty-free trade programme for 32 eligible African countries through Dec. 31.


Luxury

Watches of Switzerland Group Boosts Outlook as Tariff Impact Eases

The top UK Rolex seller upgraded its annual sales outlook as demand for luxury timepieces rebounds, particularly in the US.

Luxury

Watches of Switzerland Group Boosts Outlook as Tariff Impact Eases

The top UK Rolex seller upgraded its annual sales outlook as demand for luxury timepieces rebounds, particularly in the US.


Global Markets

Worldview | What India’s Trade Deals with US and EU Mean for Fashion

This week’s round-up of global markets fashion business news also features the next wave of Chinese luxury malls, Sri Lanka’s apparel exports and plans for Saudi Arabia’s new fashion district.

Global Markets

Worldview | What India’s Trade Deals with US and EU Mean for Fashion

This week’s round-up of global markets fashion business news also features the next wave of Chinese luxury malls, Sri Lanka’s apparel exports and plans for Saudi Arabia’s new fashion district.


Global Markets

Trump, Modi Reach Trade Deal Slashing India Tariffs to 18%

Trump is also removing the extra 25 percent duty on Indian goods he applied in response to India’s purchases of crude from Russia, Bloomberg reported. 

Global Markets

Trump, Modi Reach Trade Deal Slashing India Tariffs to 18%

Trump is also removing the extra 25 percent duty on Indian goods he applied in response to India’s purchases of crude from Russia, Bloomberg reported. 


Luxury

Swatch Gives Upbeat Growth Outlook After Second-Half Rebound

The owner of Omega and Longines said positive sales momentum that accelerated over the fourth quarter continued in January across all price ranges, with CEO Nick Hayek flagging a pickup in China.

Luxury

Swatch Gives Upbeat Growth Outlook After Second-Half Rebound

The owner of Omega and Longines said positive sales momentum that accelerated over the fourth quarter continued in January across all price ranges, with CEO Nick Hayek flagging a pickup in China.


Luxury

Swiss Watch Exports Return to Growth After US Eases Tariffs

Swiss watch exports grew 3.3 percent in December  driven by a surge in shipments to the US following a reduction in tariffs.

Luxury

Swiss Watch Exports Return to Growth After US Eases Tariffs

Swiss watch exports grew 3.3 percent in December  driven by a surge in shipments to the US following a reduction in tariffs.


Global Markets

Africa’s Fashion Factories Pay for US Trade Limbo Over AGOA

Even if Washington moves to extend the duty-free trade deal for 32 African countries, letting it lapse in September has put factory jobs at risk and forced manufacturers to absorb new costs, weakening US sourcing ties across the region from Kenya to Madagascar.

Global Markets

Africa’s Fashion Factories Pay for US Trade Limbo Over AGOA

Even if Washington moves to extend the duty-free trade deal for 32 African countries, letting it lapse in September has put factory jobs at risk and forced manufacturers to absorb new costs, weakening US sourcing ties across the region from Kenya to Madagascar.


Global Markets

Worldview | Venezuela’s Fashion Retailers Return to ‘Business as Usual’

This week’s round-up of global markets fashion business news also features China’s plummeting footwear exports, Indonesian textiles and Chile’s department store giant.

Global Markets

Worldview | Venezuela’s Fashion Retailers Return to ‘Business as Usual’

This week’s round-up of global markets fashion business news also features China’s plummeting footwear exports, Indonesian textiles and Chile’s department store giant.