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Global trade in footwear machinery: China dominates, Italy leads the way in premium technology
Published by Mauro Badanelli. .
Industrial equipment Conjuncture Foreign markets International marketingThe footwear machinery industry represents one of the pillars of manufacturing innovation in the fashion sector. In an increasingly competitive environment, characterized by global markets, growing ... [ Read all ]
World Trade Trends: International Trade Results in Q2 2026 (Preliminary Estimates)
Published by Marcello Antonioni. .
Home items Fashion Food&Beverage Metal industry Intermediate goods Electronics Chemicals Industrial equipment Conjuncture Automotive Global demand Industries Global economic trendsStrengthening dynamics, driven by AI applications, and the green and digital transitions [ Read all ]
Blue jeans, shifting geographies: the challenge faced by new manufacturing Countries to China and Bangladesh
Published by Mauro Badanelli. .
Fashion Export Foreign markets International marketingBlue jeans: an iconic fashion product Blue jeans are one of the iconic products of the apparel industry, with a well-established presence in markets around the world and demand spanning generat... [ Read all ]
Dyeing machinery: innovation and sustainability at the heart of a changing supply chain
Published by Mauro Badanelli. .
Industrial equipment Export Foreign markets International marketingDenim is one of the cornerstones of the global apparel industry. Every year, billions of garments are produced and sold worldwide, fueling demand from fast fashion brands, premium manufacturers, and... [ Read all ]
IMF WEO Update July 2026: a (precarious) balance between war and technology
Published by Alba Di Rosa. .
Macroeconomic analysis Asia Emerging markets United States of America Uncertainty IMF Eurozone Global economic trendsPer il 2026 il Fondo ha rivisto lievemente al ribasso le stime di crescita del PIL mondiale, ora previsto al +3% [ Read all ]
US Trade Deficit Put to the Test by Tariffs: Evidence from First-Half 2026 Data
Published by Marzia Moccia. .
Slowdown Conjuncture United States of America Uncertainty Trade war Foreign market analysisAmid uncertainty that has now become the new normal, international geopolitical tensions, and the reshaping of the rules governing global trade, the United States undoubtedly remains a key focus of ... [ Read all ]
Denim: how global trade is changing amid new materials and competitive pressure
Published by Mauro Badanelli. .
Fashion Internationalisation Export International marketingThe evolution of denim in fashion Denim is one of the most iconic and versatile fabrics in the history of apparel. Its origins date back to the 17th century and are linked both to the Italian cit... [ Read all ]
Plastics processing machinery: sectors where Italy leads the way
Published by Mauro Badanelli. .
Industrial equipment Foreign markets International marketingAs documented in this article, Italy ranks among the world's leading exporters in the plastics processing machinery industry, holding the 3rd position worldwide in 2025. The aim of this analy... [ Read all ]
In the plastics processing machinery sector, Italy maintains its role as technological leader
Published by Mauro Badanelli. .
Industrial equipment Competitor analysis Foreign markets International marketingAs highlighted in a previous article dedicated to the plastics processing machinery industry, Italy plays a leading role among the world's major technology suppliers. In fact, Italy ranks third worl... [ Read all ]
Plastics processing machinery: what are the main markets and how is the competitive landscape evolving?
Published by Mauro Badanelli. .
Industrial equipment Conjuncture Industries International marketingPlastic processing machinery represents one of the most important technological pillars of modern manufacturing supply chains. Through processes such as injection moulding, extrusion, blow moulding ... [ Read all ]