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ArticleSportswear market to exceed $531bn by 2031
A new industry forecast points to continued growth in sportswear, driven by athleisure demand, women’s categories, sustainability investments and expanding direct-to-consumer strategies.
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Short Stops Week 22, 2026
RETAIL & DISTRIBUTION +++ Patagonia has opened a new store in Salzburg’s historic city center, positioning the location as a community hub for outdoor enthusiasts and environmental engagement through events, talks and film screenings +++ Stio is accelerating its wholesale expansion by appointing seven regional sales agencies across the U.S ...
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News briefsGoldwin lifts profit as FY2026 sales hit record high
The Japanese outdoor and sportswear group reported higher operating profit and record sales, supported by stronger gross margins, healthier inventories and improved product mix.
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ArticleGoldwin Q3 hit by weather headwinds
Japan’s leading outdoor and sportswear group reports uneven third-quarter performance as warm weather and weaker tourism weigh on key categories.
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OpinionPerformance Without Toxicity: The B2B conference that accompanied the opening of the exhibition
In this column, OIC contributor Charles Ross reflects on a London B2B conference exploring performance, materials, repair and finance beyond sustainability buzzwords.
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OpinionPerformance Without Toxicity: An exhibition at The Mills Fabrica in London, opening late January
In this opinion piece, OIC columnist Charles Ross explores how a new London exhibition challenges petrochemicals, pricing, and performance norms.
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News briefsResortecs raises €6 million in funding round
The Brussels-based circular tech company raises new capital to expand its automated textile recycling technology into large-scale infrastructure.
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Short Stops Week 41, 2025
PRODUCT & MARKETING +++ US B Corp Wild Rye has launched its first-ever women’s outerwear collection, fulfilling a long-held brand ambition to deliver technical, stylish snow gear despite tariff and supply chain challenges +++ Brandwave, a West Sussex-based specialist sports marketing and PR agency, has been appointed as the UK ...
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ArticleGoldwin reports higher Q1 profits on licensing strength
The Japan-based apparel company saw margins improve in Q1, supported by stable sales and strong performance from licensed outdoor brands.
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News briefsAmbercycle secures investment from Goldwin-backed fund
The Goldwin Play Earth Fund backs the Los Angeles materials startup bringing regenerated polyester to Japan’s technical apparel market.