Economy

PMI Survey Shows France Manufacturing Activity Hit 3.5-Year High In December

Textile Insights January 6, 2026

France’s manufacturing sector ended 2025 on its strongest footing in more than three years, with business activity returning to expansion territory in December, according to HCOB PMI survey data released on January 2, 2026. The seasonally adjusted HCOB France Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’

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UK Employment Rights Bill Passed, Key Reforms From 2026

Textile Insights December 18, 2025

The Employment Rights Bill has cleared its final stage in the House of Lords and is expected to receive Royal Assent later this week, paving the way for sweeping reforms in UK employment law. Following this, the Strikes (Minimum Service Levels) Act 2023 will be repealed. Under the new legislation, several key employee rights will […]

Economy

Kasturi Cotton, Amazon Engage Karur Exporters On Global E-commerce

Textile Insights December 18, 2025

Kasturi Cotton Bharat, in collaboration with Amazon Global Selling, recently hosted an interactive session for members of the Karur Textile Manufacturer Exporters’ Association (KTMEA), focusing on enabling Indian manufacturers and exporters, particularly in the home textiles segment, to leverage global e-commerce platforms. The session facilitated discussions on how

Economy

Himatsingka Seide Approves Rs 100 Crore NCD Issue

Textile Insights December 15, 2025

Himatsingka Seide Ltd has approved the issuance of Rs 100 crore worth of non-convertible debentures (NCDs) through a private placement, following a meeting of its Board of Directors held on December 12, 2025 . The company will issue 1,000 Series “B” INR-denominated, unrated, unlisted and transferable NCDs, each with a face value of Rs 10 […]

Economy

Rupee Crashes Past 90 As Trade Deal Uncertainty And Outflows Intensify

Textile Insights December 5, 2025

The rupee slid to a record low beyond 90 per dollar on December 3, driven by persistent foreign outflows, heavy offshore speculation and uncertainty over the delayed India–US trade deal. The currency has been weakening for several sessions, repeatedly setting new lows and renewing concerns over capital flows and the RBI’s intervention strategy. Analysts warn […]

Economy

India’s Economic Growth Slows To 14-Month Low In October: ICRA

Textile Insights November 27, 2025

India’s economic activity growth eased sharply in October 2025, with the ICRA Business Activity Monitor registering a year-on-year increase of just 5.9%, the slowest pace in 14 months, compared with 8.3% in September. The slowdown was driven by excess unseasonal rainfall 149% of the long-period average alongside the impact of US tariffs and penalties and […]

Economy

Government Implements Four Labour Codes, Marking Historic Reform For India’s Workforce

Textile Insights November 27, 2025

The Government of India has implemented the four Labour Codes from 21 November 2025, marking one of the most significant labour reforms in the country’s history. Replacing 29 existing laws, the Codes on Wages, Industrial Relations, Social Security and Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions establish a modern, unified regulatory framework aimed at strengthening

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DuPont Global Awards Honour Breakthrough PPE & Emergency Response Innovations

Textile Insights November 24, 2025

DuPont has announced the global winners of its 2025 DuPont Innovation Awards for Thermal and Mechanical Protection, celebrating breakthrough products in personal protective equipment (PPE) and emergency response. This marks the first year the awards were opened globally to innovations using Nomex or Kevlar fabrics, reflecting the rising need for multi-hazard protection.

Economy

Giriraj Singh Inaugurates Special Handloom & Handicraft Exhibition At IITF 2025

Textile Insights November 24, 2025

Union Minister of Textiles Giriraj Singh inaugurated the Special Handloom & Handicraft Exhibition-cum-Sale at the India International Trade Fair (IITF) in Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The event was attended by Neelam Shami Rao, Secretary, Ministry of Textiles, along with senior ministry officials. Speaking at the inauguration of the Textiles Pavilion, the Minister said

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German Economic Outlook Weakens As LEI Falls

Textile Insights November 9, 2025

The Conference Board Leading Economic Index (LEI) for Germany fell for the second consecutive month in August 2025, declining 0.5% to 87.6 (2016=100), following a 0.2% drop in July. Despite the recent monthly declines, the LEI still recorded 0.3% growth over the past six months, the same pace as the previous six-month period. The Conference […]