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Bangladesh PMI 59.1 in Sep from 58.3 in Aug; highest in recent months
The latest data signal a faster expansion and stronger economic momentum, driven largely by manufacturing, while agriculture and construction returned to growth after earlier slowdowns.
The PMI for the country was jointly developed by the Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MCCI) and Policy Exchange Bangladesh.
Bangladesh’s PMI rose to 59.1 in September this year from 58.3 in August.
This was its highest level in recent months.
The data signal a faster expansion and stronger economic momentum, driven largely by manufacturing, while agriculture and construction returned to growth after earlier slowdowns.
The manufacturing sector posted its thirteenth consecutive month of expansion, and at a faster rate.
The manufacturing sector posted its thirteenth consecutive month of expansion, and at a faster rate, an official release on the PMI said. The sector recorded expansion readings across several indicators, including new orders, export orders, factory output, input purchases, finished goods, imports, input prices and supplier deliveries.
The agriculture sector posted gains in new business, business activity, input costs, and employment while construction showed growth in new business, construction activity and input costs.
Fibre2Fashion News Desk (DS)
Published
October 9, 2025
U.S. beauty giant Estée Lauder announced on Thursday the appointment of actor, producer and author Nia Long as its first brand ambassador for the North America region.
In this role, the award-winning actor, producer and author will appear in campaigns across digital, TV, and print for the New York-brand’s skincare and makeup franchises.
“Beauty starts with confidence and honoring your authentic self,” said Long. “I’m excited to partner with Estée Lauder, a storied brand founded by a woman who believed beauty should uplift and empower us to celebrate ourselves every day.”
Long is an acclaimed American film and television actress who rose to fame in the 1990s, through roles in culturally significant films like “Boyz n the Hood”, and “Love Jones”. On television, she gained further recognition with her role as Lisa Wilkes on “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” and later with “Third Watch”.
More recently, the actress stars as Katherine Jackson in “Michael”, the highly anticipated biopic about Michael Jackson directed by Antoine Fuqua, as well as leading and executive producing “Dreams of the Moon”, a period drama set in 1971 about a young African-American girl who dreams of becoming an astronaut.
“We are proud to welcome Nia to the Estée Lauder family,” said Fiona Sainty, SVP/GM, Estée Lauder & Aerin Beauty & Bobbi Brown North America.
“She is a powerhouse and a cultural force whose authenticity, confidence, and modern point of view on beauty resonate deeply with our brand values. As a longtime advocate for the brand with a deep understanding of beauty as an expression of self-love, she is the perfect choice to serve as our new Brand Ambassador for the North America region.”
While Long is the company’s debut ambassador for North America, she joins Estée Lauder’s roster of other celebrity ambassadors including Paulina Porizkova, Ana de Armas, Amanda Gorman, Bianca Brandolini D’Adda, Carolyn Murphy, Grace Elizabeth, Karlie Kloss, Yang Mi, and Kōki.
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The burden for determining if a vessel owes these fees falls squarely on vessel operators, not CBP, a notice from the US agency said.
US Customs and Border Protection has said vessel operators subject to the USTR port fees from October 14 that target Chinese-built, -owned or -operated ships will be responsible for paying the fees prior to arrival.
The burden for determining if a vessel owes these fees falls squarely on vessel operators.
The payments will be made through the treasury department website, and not at the port of entry.
If fees are not paid ahead of arrival at US ports, the ships will not be allowed to load or unload cargo until proof of payment has been verified by CBP.
The payments will be made directly through the website of the Department of the Treasury, and not at the port of entry, according to a statement on the CBP’s cargo systems messaging service.
Vessel operators will have to complete a form on pay.gov and select the type of fee they will pay. CBP recommends the payment be initiated at least three business days prior to the vessel’s arrival.
Chinese ship owners or operators will pay $50/nt while Chinese-built ships that are not subject to exemptions will be charged $18/nt.
Fibre2Fashion News Desk (DS)
Published
October 9, 2025
Alice + Olivia by Stacey Bendet has reopened its Madison Avenue flagship, unveiling a new design vision that blends fashion, discovery, and community.
The transformation was designed in collaboration with Jess and Jonathan Nahon of Sugarhouse Design + Architecture to create an environment that is unmistakably on brand.
“Working with Sugarhouse, we created a space that feels iconic and timeless, but also completely new. It’s about giving our customers an elevated experience that surprises, delights, and inspires,” said Stacey Bendet, founder, creative director and CEO of Alice + Olivia.
Outside, the facade is characterized by a cherry-red mosaic painted in Benjamin Moore’s Heritage Red and adorned with solid brass floral medallions handcrafted in France.
Inside, layers of color, pattern, and texture unfold in an imaginative display. Hand-gilded moldings, unlacquered brass and bronze rails, and a turquoise limewash backdrop create a visual rhythm framing the brand’s ready-to-wear collections. Centerpieces include a turquoise leather-top table by Mexico City artisan Mike Díaz, a vintage Verner Panton Clover Leaf sofa in cerulean mohair, and a working bar clad in indigo marble and hand-painted rose tiles.
Beyond its design, the Madison Avenue flagship will act as a cultural hub. Notably, this fall, the boutique will debut curated vintage pieces and an exclusive line of jewelry designed by Stacey Bendet, both available only at this location. It will also serve as a platform for collaborations with brands including BROdenim and Farmer’s Daughter, as well as trunk shows featuring emerging designers and limited-edition collections.
The Madison Avenue flagship is a part of more than 30 free-standing boutiques across major U.S. and international cities, including New York, London, Mykonos, Hong Kong, and Singapore, as well as online at aliceandolivia.com.
The brand is also carried in over 800 department and specialty stores worldwide, including Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman, Lane Crawford, Harvey Nichols, and Harrods.
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