In 2023, Germany remains the largest importer of made-up textile articles in Europe, followed by France, the UK, and the Netherlands. Over the last year, significant growth was seen in Poland and Romania, each with a 4.4% increase. Conversely, Sweden experienced the highest decline at -4.67%. Over a five-year period, the sector saw varying trends across countries, with some Eastern European nations like Bulgaria and Lithuania showing robust growth rates above 5% annually.
Future trends to monitor include:
- An increase in imports by Eastern European countries due to expanding textile industries.
- Potential market shifts in Western Europe influenced by sustainability directives and consumer preferences.
- The impact of economic conditions on import volumes in countries with current negative growth rates.
Top countries in Import of Made-Up Textile Articles Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 17.01 | 2023 | +1.15% | -2.81% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 13.71 | 2023 | +2.5% | +2.23% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 12.73 | 2023 | +2.06% | +2.49% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 11.85 | 2023 | +3.49% | +2.43% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 6.4 | 2023 | +1.65% | -1.72% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 6.3 | 2023 | +0.92% | -2.54% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 5.7 | 2023 | +3.56% | +4.4% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 5.4 | 2023 | +1.59% | -2.34% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czechia | 3.68 | 2023 | |||
| 10 | 10 Austria | 2.46 | 2023 | +0.87% | -1.98% | View data |
