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Sales of shoe stores in the US down by 56%
According to data from the USA Census Bureau and the analysis of the WorldFootwear.com, growth of sales of the shoe stores in the US has been on the red since the beginning of year
Joint statement from AAFA, FDRA, NRF, RILA, and USFIA on supply chains and Xinjiang
A group of US-based footwear, apparel, retail and fashion industries associations have issued a statement regarding the issues around suspects of forced labour in parts of the supply chain
Future perspectives on sustainability: transparency and traceability
The fashion world has changed and in recent years clothing and footwear brands developed product lines and ranges drawing attention to the call for greater sustainability of materials or cleaner manufacturing processes. What is next on sustainability?
10 years of Portuguese Soul
In 2020 Portuguese Soul magazine celebrates one decade of spreading Portuguese creativity. This new edition is especially dedicated to people and brands that value the country abroad
US: major retailers requiring customers to wear face masks
As numbers of daily new cases continue high in the US, many retailers are following the practice advocated by the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention and demanding customers to wear face masks in their premises
US: Healthy Workplace Tax Credit to go ahead
The National Retail Federation welcomed new legislation that would give businesses a tax credit intended to help defer the cost of employee testing, PPE, cleaning and other steps needed to make workplaces safe during the coronavirus pandemic
Is your store or brand ready for customers after COVID-19?
In the new normality of the post-COVID-19 the retailers' activities to promoting safety, protection and health measures for employees, customers and suppliers becomes key. Brand managers also have to think about several topics not to miss important opportunities for their businesses. Do you want to know more?
Open Your Mind campaign: initiatives in Portugal
Promoted by the European Commission, through the Executive Agency for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises and DG GROW (Directorate General for Internal Market, Industry, Entrepreneurship and SMEs), the campaign is presenting itself to young people
Luís Onofre re-elected APICCAPS President
Luís Onofre was re-elected President of APICCAPS (Portuguese Footwear, Components, Leather Goods Manufacturers’ Association), for a new three-year term
How to Communicate Sustainability?
Consumers are increasingly aware of the environmental issues and are become demanding regarding the products they buy. Are companies thinking about sustainability? And are companies communicating what they are doing?
Coronavirus driven lockdowns return to the US
Some US states such as California and Oregon are bringing back orders to lockdown as new cases of people infected with coronavirus continue to climb. Consumers in badly hit areas might not feel comfortable to visit stores
Nike, Zara and adidas are the most valuable fashion brands
The BrandZ top 100 ranking of the world’s most valuable brands, released by WPP and Kantar, listed the Germany-based brand as number one brand in the apparel category. Nike is followed by European-based brands Zara and adidas
AAFA claims lack of trade credit insurance could hinder economy restart
A new report by economists Dr. Robert Litan and Dr. Yong Xu highlights the need for a government-sponsored backstop to support trade credit insurance (TCI) to ensure a safe recovery from the economic fallout caused by the COVID-19 crisis
Is your company aware of the importance of Certification?
In a global scenario of rapid and permanent evolution, the positive impact that Standards can have in supporting growth, competitiveness and innovation, irrespective of the nature or size of the organisation, is unavoidable
AAFA calls for national guidance on face masks
In a letter sent to President Donald J. Trump, the American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) requested that the administration institute federal face mask guidelines to assist retail stores as the country continues efforts to reopenMedia Partners
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