Global apparel margins are under sustained structural pressure as input inflation, freight volatility and tariffs converge with weak demand, limiting pricing power.
While leaders like Inditex offset costs through agility and sourcing strategy, most brands and suppliers face prolonged profitability stress, with recovery hinging on demand stabilisation.Global apparel margins are under sustained structural pressure as input inflation, freight volatility and tariffs converge with weak demand, limiting pricing power.
While leaders like Inditex offset costs through agility and sourcing strategy, most brands and suppliers face prolonged profitability stress, with recovery hinging on demand stabilisation.
