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Trump Announces 30 Percent Duties on EU, Mexico
The president posted letters to Truth Social detailing the new duty rates for America's southern neighbor and…
France Moves to Curb ‘Ultra-fast’ Fashion With Bill Targeting Shein and Temu
France has Chinese platforms in its sights with the bill, but it would exempt high street fast-fashion brands.
British Luxury Exports 43 Percent Lower Due to Brexit, Says Walpole Report
The new report calls on the British government to address trade barriers with the European Union, such as…
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The U.S. Could Slap 25% Tariffs on European Beauty Imports. To What Effect?
The trade flow of fragrance and cosmetics from the EU to U.S. equaled $4.96 billion in 2023, according to the…
The EU Omnibus Is Here. Where Does It Leave Supply Chain Due Diligence?
The CSDDD squeaked through after a fraught negotiation process that resulted in several concessions favoring…
Leaders Say EU Will Respond in a ‘Proportionate Way’ to Trump Tariff Threats
President Donald Trump has once again threatened the EU with duties, and European leaders are vowing to…
France’s Ligne Roset Says It Has the First Blockchain Certificate for Furniture
The French family-run furniture maker, founded near Lyon in 1860, said it's combating counterfeiting with a…
CEPA Outlines Key Tech Policy Recommendations for the European Commission
CEPA urges regulatory pause, and to prepare for President-elect Trump to force concessions once taking office.
With New Regulations Coming, the European Fashion Alliance Says Creative Houses Need More Support
The EFA issued "The Status of Fashion Report," revealing challenges and opportunities for brands as they…
Pierre Cardin, Ahlers Fined $6 Million by European Commission for Restricting Sales
The commission ruled that the French fashion house and its German licensee had agreed to restrict sales…
U.K.’s Fashion Industry Faces ‘Substantial Challenges’ Post-Brexit, New Report Finds
Brexit has prompted trade, talent and operational issues within Britain's fashion industry.
Italy Furniture-makers Band Together to Create Circular Economy
Italy's federation of woodworking and furniture industries said Salone del Mobile.Milano's president Maria…
The European Fashion Alliance Hosts the Status of European Fashion in Brussels
Part of the alliance's goal is to involve young talents and voices in engaging roles and activities within…