The latest data on global apparel trade and retail performance for October 2025 shows mixed trends across major markets.
Apparel Imports:
- United States: Imports totaled US$ 7.4 billion, down 9% year-on-year (YoY) compared to September 2025.
- European Union: Imports stood at US$ 8.4 billion, down 7% YoY.
- United Kingdom: Imports reached US$ 2.4 billion, up 1% YoY.
- Japan: Imports totaled US$ 2.4 billion, up 10% YoY.
Apparel Exports:
- China: Exports were US$ 11.1 billion, down 11% YoY (Nov).
- Bangladesh: Exports stood at US$ 3.1 billion, down 6% YoY (Nov).
- Vietnam: Exports were US$ 3.9 billion, up 3% YoY (July).
- Italy: Exports totaled US$ 2.1 billion, down 1% YoY (Aug).
- Turkey: Exports reached US$ 1.5 billion, down 1% YoY (Oct).
- India: Exports were US$ 1.2 billion, up 9% YoY (Nov).
- Spain: Exports totaled US$ 1.6 billion, up 16% YoY (Sep).
- Poland: Exports stood at US$ 1.5 billion, up 14% YoY (Sep).
- Pakistan: Exports were US$ 0.82 billion, up 9% YoY (Jun).
- Sri Lanka: Exports totaled US$ 0.40 billion, down 2% YoY (Oct).
Apparel Retail Performance:
- United States: Apparel store sales in October 2025 were estimated to be 9% higher than in October 2024, while home furnishing store sales were 2% lower YoY.
- United Kingdom: Apparel store sales for October 2025 totaled £3.9 billion, up 5% compared to October 2024.
Commentary:
The global apparel market shows resilient growth in retail sales in key markets like the US and UK, while imports and exports reflect a mixed trade scenario, influenced by market demand and regional economic factors. Notably, India, Spain, and Poland recorded strong export growth, while traditional exporters like China and Bangladesh experienced declines.
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