Vietnam’s manufacturing sector began 2026 with stronger output growth, supported by steady demand, rising employment and robust purchasing activity, even as headline PMI eased slightly in January.

S&P Global Vietnam Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index stood at 52.5 in January 2026, down from 53 in December but remaining firmly above the 50 threshold, signalling a continued improvement in business conditions for the seventh straight month.

Production expanded sharply, driven by faster growth in new orders and a renewed, albeit modest, rise in export demand, including orders from other Asian markets such as India. Manufacturers responded by increasing hiring for a fourth consecutive month and stepping up purchasing to meet higher output requirements.

“It was a solid start to the year for the Vietnamese manufacturing sector as firms ramped up output in response to greater new orders and as part of efforts to meet client needs in a timely manner. Carrying on the momentum built towards the end of 2025, the sector looks to be in good shape for a successful 2026,” said Andrew Harker, economics director at S&P Global Market Intelligence.

Inflationary pressures, however, remained elevated. Input costs rose sharply due to strong demand and material shortages, while selling prices increased at the fastest pace since April 2022. Despite this, sentiment improved further, with 55 per cent of firms expecting output to rise over the next 12 months.

“The one potential headwind for firms, however, is the strength of inflationary pressures. Supply shortages of materials pushed up prices sharply again in January and firms responded accordingly by hiking their selling prices to a greater extent. So far demand has remained resilient in the face of these pressures, but we will need to keep an eye out for any softening of new order growth in the months ahead,” Harker added.

Vietnam’s manufacturing sector started 2026 on a strong footing, with output, new orders and employment expanding despite a slight dip in PMI.
January PMI eased to 52.5 but stayed in expansion for a seventh month.
Rising domestic and export demand lifted hiring and purchasing, though input costs and selling prices climbed sharply amid material shortages.

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adidas and Los Angeles-based fashion house Entire Studios announce their first collaboration, marked by the unveiling of a 26-piece collection. Designed to bridge sport and style, the drop adopts a fresh take on adidas Sportswear and Training’s best lines – Optimé, ADIDAS Z.N.E. and adidas D4T – serving up an elevated proposition built for all-day movement that extends beyond the gym.

Rooted in Los Angeles’ culture of movement – from training and travel to everyday life – the pieces combine each brands’ signature DNA, incorporating adidas’ sporting and technical expertise filtered through Entire Studios’ refined, system-based approach to silhouette, contrast, and wearability. Comprising of head-to-toe looks, the collection fuses lifestyle and performance into a single, cohesive wardrobe system, meeting the needs of a new generation, where training is at the heart of their everyday. Crafted to set a new standard for sportswear and training uniforms, the pieces also offer versatility to mix and match, reflecting Entire Studios’ core design philosophy.

Adidas and LA-based Entire Studios have unveiled their first collaboration with a 26-piece collection blending sport and lifestyle.
Spanning apparel, footwear and accessories, the range reworks adidas’ Optimé, Z.N.E. and D4T lines through Entire Studios’ refined design lens, delivering versatile, all-day training-to-street looks rooted in Los Angeles’ culture of movement.

Paying close attention to fine detailing, the first drop taps into a palette of muted hues – aligning with Entire Studios’ classic aesthetic – offset with a bold maroon offering which speaks to the energy, pace and powerful movement intended for the range. Focused on taking performance wear outside the gym and bringing lifestyle into it, the collection includes a variation of ADIDAS Z.N.E. fits, Optimé and D4T apparel, training onesies, shorts, bras, tanks, jackets and layering. Completing the line-up, the drop also features reimagined Lightblaze POD and ACE footwear silhouettes, as well as accessories such as a statement black leather handbag which aids seamless movement from street to gym.

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PVH Corp. [NYSE: PVH] announced a collaboration with OpenAI, combining the strength of OpenAI’s capabilities with the power of Calvin Klein, TOMMY HILFIGER and PVH. This announcement builds on the company’s multi-year brand-building growth strategy, the PVH+ Plan, by bringing the technology of OpenAI to PVH’s global operations to fuel innovation and unlock new opportunities across the entire value chain.

With OpenAI, PVH will co-create custom AI capabilities that will be embedded in PVH’s data- and demand-driven operating model – supporting areas such as product and design, demand planning, inventory optimization and consumer engagement. These new capabilities will complement and amplify the creativity and talent of PVH’s teams, enabling sharper execution, more intelligent tools, and more personalized consumer experiences.

PVH Corp has partnered with OpenAI to integrate advanced AI across its global operations, supporting brands including Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger.
The collaboration will enhance product design, demand planning, inventory optimisation and consumer engagement, strengthening PVH’s data-driven PVH+ strategy and enabling faster, more personalised decision-making across the value chain.

“As we build Calvin Klein and TOMMY HILFIGER into the most desirable lifestyle brands in the world, our collaboration with OpenAI will help us supercharge our brand-building journey and connect more meaningfully with our consumers,” said Stefan Larsson, Chief Executive Officer, PVH Corp. “Together with OpenAI, we will explore exciting new opportunities for our brands, accelerate our data-driven operating model and enable faster, more data-driven decision-making. With a test-and-learn approach, we’ll build practical use cases with scalable impact to drive value for associates, partners, and consumers, while helping us build a culture of innovation and agility from the ground up.”

PVH will also integrate OpenAI enterprise APIs to build modern workflows and accelerate outcomes end-to-end, across product, marketing, supply chain, and retail functions. The effort also includes ChatGPT Enterprise and will feature new applications and custom environments built exclusively for PVH teams.

“PVH shows what’s possible when AI is embedded into the core of a fashion leader,” said Giancarlo ‘GC’ Lionetti, Chief Commercial Officer at OpenAI. “The result is less friction, more creativity, and a sector-wide transformation accelerated by PVH deploying OpenAI at scale.”

The collaboration is grounded in PVH’s commitment to practical and scalable innovation that supports associates, transforms ways of working, and deepens connections to consumers.

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