Fashion Week highlights: The global outlook of the fashion and textile industry
Counting the cost of international payments in uncertain times
The arrival of London Fashion Week sees buyers looking to define the trends for the coming season but the nature of the buying cycle means that these are particularly challenging times for importers and exporters of textiles and fashion. Uncertainty in global trade created by Brexit and the US-China trade war has been compounded by fluctuations in the exchange rate putting pressure on prices.
Under pressure
While the fog is lifting from the picture of Brexit, until the transition period comes to an end in December and details of any replacement trade deals have emerged, the industry is under pressure on multiple fronts. As well as the possibility of new trade rules and increased red tape to trade with European partners and suppliers, companies and designers may be looking further afield to new geographic markets to offset the changes. This may increase administration and resource costs and put further pressure on prices.
Currency market volatility in uncertain times
The uncertain geopolitical picture may cause further currency volatility. Given the timescales of the industry, this adds further risk. The fall in the pound after the Brexit vote in 2016 hit many in the industry who are wary of what the future may hold for the value of sterling. The nature of the buying cycle and the need to stay one step ahead of competitors both mean that businesses cannot wait for the storm to pass, they must find a way of working that allows for some uncertainty and volatility in the currency values.
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