Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched an investigation into Lululemon over potential presence of harmful PFAS chemicals in its activewear, which contradicts the brand's health and sustainability claims. PFAS, known as "forever chemicals," pose serious health risks and persist in the environment. This scrutiny highlights broader concerns about synthetic textiles and laundry detergents containing toxic substances. Meanwhile, Kraig Biocraft Laboratories promotes spider silk fibers as a safer, biodegradable alternative that offers high performance without toxic chemicals, signaling a shift toward cleaner, bio-based materials in apparel.
Lululemon invested in Syntetica's $30 million Series A funding to support its innovative recycling of Nylon 6 and Nylon 6,6, materials difficult to separate and reuse in textile waste. This move aligns with growing industry demand for sustainable, co...
In Q2 2026, Baird's Chautauqua International Growth Fund returned +10.39%, trailing the MSCI ACWI ex-U.S. Index's +14.49%. Key detractors included Alibaba and Lululemon, while Recruit and ASML contributed positively. The Global Growth Fund also lagge...
