Hanesbrands May Not Follow Rival Gildan’s Strategy of Increasing Production in U.S.

The decision by Gildan Activewear Inc. to invest $250 million in new U.S. yarn-spinning plants in Davie and Rowan counties by mid-2015 raises a curious question.

Will Gildan's renewed interest in the value of U.S. production resonate with rival Hanesbrands Inc., particularly since Gildan's expansion is taking place within an hour of its backyard of Winston-Salem?