Global Apparel Trade & Retail Trends: December 2025 Update
Wazir Advisors has released its Global Apparel Trade & Retail Update for December 2025, offering insights into recent apparel consumption, import-export trends, and retail performance across major supplier and buyer nations. The report provides a comprehensive overview of global apparel trade flows and market dynamics, highlighting key shifts in demand, supply, and retail activity.
Industry Update: Key Highlights
Apparel Imports – October 2025
- United States: US$ 7.4 billion, down 9% YoY (vs Sept 2025)
- European Union: US$ 8.4 billion, down 7% YoY
- United Kingdom: US$ 2.4 billion, up 1% YoY
- Japan: US$ 2.4 billion, up 10% YoY
Apparel Exports – 2025
- China: US$ 11.1 billion, down 11% YoY (Nov)
- Bangladesh: US$ 3.1 billion, down 6% YoY (Nov)
- Vietnam: US$ 3.9 billion, up 3% YoY (July)
- Italy: US$ 2.1 billion, down 1% YoY (Aug)
- Turkey: US$ 1.5 billion, down 1% (Oct)
- India: US$ 1.2 billion, up 9% YoY (Nov)
- Spain: US$ 1.6 billion, up 16% YoY (Sep)
- Poland: US$ 1.5 billion, up 14% YoY (Sep)
- Pakistan: US$ 0.82 billion, up 9% YoY (Jun)
- Sri Lanka: US$ 0.40 billion, down 2% YoY (Oct)
Retail Performance – October 2025
- US Apparel Stores: Sales increased 9% YoY
- US Home Furnishing Stores: Sales decreased 2% YoY
- UK Apparel Stores: Sales totaled £3.9 billion, up 5% YoY
This data highlights shifting dynamics in global apparel trade, with notable growth in India, Spain, and Poland, while traditional exporters like China and Bangladesh faced declines. Retail sales remain robust in the US and UK, indicating continued consumer demand amid global market fluctuations.
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