News from July 2021
Global health advocate: 13 fashion brands ‘still using sweatshops’
By Tamara Browning | Jul 2, 2021
Aeropostale, a U.S. retailer of casual apparel and accessories, is among 13 fashion brands that violate labor laws in the use of “sweatshops,” according to a global health and environmental advocate.
'We're delighted': Sparo expands operations to Europe, opens new Netherlands headquarters
By Andy Nghiem | Jul 2, 2021
U.S.-based company Sparo recently expanded its operations to Europe and opened a new headquarters office at the WorldStartup's Altitude program located in The Hague, Netherlands, according to a press release.
Groups say China’s U.S. investment is rebounding from COVID-19
By David Hutton | Jul 2, 2021
As U.S. companies continue to seek outside sources of investment, they continue to find a steady of stream of capital from China.
Caribbean region sees 'uptick in purchases' in real estate since the pandemic
By Andy Nghiem | Jul 2, 2021
The housing market in the Caribbean islands region is heating up as interest surges from investors and homebuyers looking to buy real estate in tropical climates.
'Strengthening our presence in Asia,' luxury reseller Marque opens Ho Chi Minh City location
By Valerie Bonk | Jul 2, 2021
Marque Luxury, a wholesale provider of certified pre-owned goods, recently announced the official opening of its Ho Chi Minh City location.
Major League Baseball appears eager to do business in China
By T.H. Lawrence | Jul 2, 2021
Baseball is in a pickle. Not the kind on the base paths, with a runner trying to dodge a tag, but with the game itself is facing a mounting problem with declining attendance, a continued sharp drop in national TV ratings and an aging and non-diverse fan base.
GLG names Adaikalavan as new head of Asia-Pacific region
By Bree Gonzales | Jul 1, 2021
Ramakrishnan Adaikalavan recently joined Gerson Lehrman Group as Head of Asia-Pacific.