New US Fashion Bill Benefits Wholesalers
Proposed legislation aims to open up new trade opportunities for the apparel and footwear industry. A new trade agenda is being debated by congress in the U.S. which could have a massive effect on...
View ArticleSourcing at MAGIC: Visit 43 Countries in 4 Days
It is not uncommon for B2B managers and decision makers in the fashion and apparel industry to travel overseas in search for products to source at the right prices. With the emergence of manufacturers...
View ArticleHow to Start a Clothing Wholesale Business
by Claudia Bruemmer If you’re thinking of starting a new online business, you might want to consider a clothing wholesale business. It’s easier than being a retailer because instead of selling...
View ArticleTaking Sides in 2010?
Without a doubt, these are exciting times indeed. While some of the headlines may elicit groans from the ones who have been enjoying a steadily profitable time a few years ago during China’s booming...
View ArticleChinese Exports Increase Despite Higher Costs
In spite of recent wage increases and slowing international demand, China’s exports continue to usurp market share as its manufacturers produce higher-value items, upgrade operations and increase...
View ArticleProexport Colombia Paves the Way for Investors and Exporters
To anyone setting their sights on Colombia for generating exports, investments, or even tourism opportunities, there is one organization that would would provide you with all the tools and information...
View Article2012 EXPOAPEN Conference a Success; Investor Interest in Nicaragua on the Rise
Nicaragua is slowly but steadily cementing its place in the global market as one of the safest countries in Central America to conduct business with. In the 2012 EXPOAPEN Conference held on September...
View ArticleThe Revival of Cash and Carry for International Wholesalers
In countries like India, the presence of major players on the cash and carry circuit is evidenced by numerous large and established companies opening their doors. Even with existing players like...
View ArticleIncrease Online Profits and Sales: Where to Expand Online Opportunities
Marketing goods and services online is a way to level the playing field. Online product sellers come large and at the top of the product supply chain: At industry auction sites … Through offshore...
View ArticlePRC Tax Forms for Conducting Business in China
Last week, we gave you an Introduction to Investing in China. In this article, we’d like to cover the PRC tax forms required when conducting business in China. Various types of business operations...
View ArticleE-Commerce Proves Beneficial for Skilled Workers in Developing Countries
For the past few years, India’s e-commerce businesses have been witnessing the influx of billions of dollars: this raises a question as to whether or not skilled workers can benefit from the sudden and...
View ArticleChinese Apparel Manufacturers Strive to Maintain Global Competitiveness
by Claudia Bruemmer Apparel is a significant export industry in the world economy. Global apparel manufacturers supplied $1,025.9 billion worth of retail apparel in 2008. World trade in apparel...
View ArticleHuzhou United Foreign Co-operation: Ladies Fashion and Home Textiles
Huzhou United Foreign Co-operation Co., Ltd. is a foreign trade company that deals with the manufacture, processing, and export of garments, fabrics, textile products, and leather goods. The company...
View ArticleInvestment Summit 2013: Foreign Investors Set Sights on U.S. Manufacturing
One of the main highlights of last month’s Sourcing at MAGIC Trade Show was Investment Summit 2013, which featured for the first time in the bi-annual event. The summit was aimed at educating...
View ArticleIntroduction to Investing in China
by Jessica Wang China’s acceleration of foreign investment is an important step in its fundamental principle of opening up to the outside world. It is also an important component of Deng Xiaoping...
View ArticleDirect Mail Marketing: 5 Design Tips
Direct mail marketing is a great way for your business to reach new customers, target a specific demographic for leads, and test new advertising campaigns. Unlike most types of online marketing, the...
View ArticleAnhui Foreign Economic & Trade Development Co: Import/Export Conglomerate
With 20 years experience in the industry, Anhui Foreign Economic and Trade Development Co., Ltd. (AFETD) has been a leading import/export enterprise since its establishment in 1992. The company employs...
View ArticleForeign Investment Industrial Guidance Catalog for China
In order to bring foreign investments into alignment with China’s economic policy goals for industrial development, the Guideline Catalogue of Industries for Foreign Investment 2011 (Catalogue),...
View Article6 Tips for Shipping to Foreign Countries
by Claudia Bruemmer Last week in “5 Tips for Exporting Products Overseas,” we promised an article about shipping to foreign countries. There are many requirements for shipping products overseas. When...
View Article5 Tips for Exporting Products Overseas
by Claudia Bruemmer Did you know the U.S. government is encouraging manufacturers and wholesalers to export products overseas? Last year, the Obama administration set a goal to double the nation’s...
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