In 2023, Spain had the highest manufacturing output share in the European textiles, wearing apparel, and leather products sector, followed by Portugal. Belgium and Finland also contributed notably, albeit at much lower levels. Among the fastest growing were Finland and Croatia, with significant year-on-year increases of 4.34% and 3.29%, respectively. In contrast, Ireland experienced a sharp decline of 6.38%. Over the past five years, the sector witnessed varied growth rates across countries, shaping current market dynamics.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts driven by sustainability practices, technological advancements, and evolving consumer preferences, which may redefine output shares and regional leadership in Europe’s manufacturing landscape.
Top countries in Textiles, Wearing Apparel, Leather Products Manufacturing Output Share by Country (Million Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 47.76 | 2023 | +2.31% | -0.77% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Portugal | 27.06 | 2023 | +2.12% | -0.68% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 11.08 | 2023 | -3.24% | -1.01% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Finland | 3.07 | 2023 | +3.86% | +4.34% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Croatia | 3.02 | 2023 | +1.19% | +3.29% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Lithuania | 2.7 | 2023 | +0.37% | +1.48% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovenia | 2.1 | 2023 | +0.64% | -0.25% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Luxembourg | 1.77 | 2023 | +1.47% | +4.67% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Latvia | 0.76 | 2023 | +0.024% | -0.56% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Ireland | 0.68 | 2023 | -5.24% | -6.38% | View data |
