Government and Trade
Baugur in Debt Talks With Icelandic Government
Baugur Group’s estimated $2 billion of debt appears to be staying within Iceland’s borders.
— Dec 30, 2008
NRF Proposes National Sales Tax Holiday
The National Retail Federation urged President-elect Barack Obama to support three 10-day sales tax holidays to help stimulate the economy.
— Dec 24, 2008
Major Shifts Seen in U.S. Import Pattern
A volatile global economy and restrictive trade policies have triggered a dramatic shift in the hierarchy of countries that supply the U.S. with its fashion.
— Dec 23, 2008
Truck Fee Faces Further Challenges at West Coast Ports
Clean Trucks Progam brings controversy and uncertainty.
— Dec 23, 2008
Obama Taps Ron Kirk as USTR, Hilda Solis as Labor Secretary
Many in the fashion industry feel uncertain about Ron Kirk, who doesn't have much of a track record on trade issues.
— Dec 22, 2008
U.S. Accuses China of Illegal Export Subsidies
The U.S. filed a World Trade Organization case against China on Friday. The case centers on China's Famous Brands programs.
— Dec 19, 2008
