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PUMA Commits to Sourcing Leather from Deforestation-Free Supply Chains

PUMA announced July 6 it is aiming to source all of its bovine leather from deforestation-free supply chains by 2030 or sooner.

Niagara On the Lake, Canada. September 2019. Photo: iStock.com/JHVEPhoto

Supply Chain Automation: The Key to Optimizing Retail Operations

Automation enables greater visibility throughout the supply chain, and can help supply chain managers identify early-warning signs and take action before a disruption occurs.

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Cutting Out the Middle Mile: Using the Warehouse to Meet the Need for Speed in the Last Mile

In this environment, for retailers to compete, they need to give customers a full menu of delivery options to fit their preferences at the point of purchase, each and every time.

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How AI and Automation Are Making Their Way Into Retail

Retailers are finding it increasingly difficult to find the staffing support they need.

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EU Pushes Rules for Circular Economy for Textiles

The Commission hopes the rules will incentivize clothing companies to reduce waste and increase the circularity of textile products — designing better products from the start.

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New Zealand Bans Plastic Bags for Fresh Produce in Supermarkets

New Zealand has become the world's first country to expand its ban on plastic bags to thin bags, which are typically used to hold fruits or vegetables.

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Home Depot Planning to Cut Costs by $500M

By reducing its costs, the organization believes it'll remain on track for its earnings guidance from this quarter, which will see 2023 sales decline by 2% to 5%.

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Japan Retail Sales Rebound, Adding to Signs of Recovery

Spending rose by 1.3% from April 2023 to May 2023, according to a June 29 statement from the economy ministry, beating economists’ expectations of a 0.8% increase.

Tokyo, Japan. June 2023. Photo: Shoko Takayasu/Bloomberg

General Mills’ Sales Took a Hit in the Most Recent Quarter

Despite the volume drop-off, the company behind Cheerios and Bisquick pancake mix increased its revenues through core business operations by 3% during the most recent quarter.

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U.S. Merchandise-Trade Deficit Shrinks on Decline in Imports

The shortfall in goods trade narrowed by 6.1% to $91.1 billion, according to Commerce Department data released on June 28.

Long Beach, California. June 2023. Photo: Eric Thayer/Bloomberg

Sinking Global Trade Hurts Asia, Helps Western Countries

In May 2023, exports from South Korea were down 11% over the last 12 months when compared to levels recorded during September 2022.

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China Prepares to Sell Cotton from Reserves on Supply Concerns

China imported just 490,000 tons of cotton during the first five months of 2023, half the amount compared to the same period in 2022.

China. April 2011. Photo: Nelson Ching/Bloomberg

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