Key Market Indicators
Bulgaria's apparel sales are projected to reach €1.43 billion by 2026, up 0.8% from €1.32 billion in 2021. This is a slight improvement from the 0.9% decline year-on-year since 2010. In 2021, Bulgaria ranked 9th, while Romania overtook with €1.32 billion in sales. Germany, France, and Spain followed in second, third, and fourth place respectively. Clothing expenditure in Bulgaria is set to reach €1.15 billion by 2026, up 2.4% from €980.1 million in 2021. This is a significant increase from the 4.9% year-on-year rise since 2000. In 2021, Bulgaria ranked 25th, while Slovenia was ahead with €980.1 million. Germany, Italy, and France followed in second, third, and fourth place respectively.
