Between 2013 and 2023, the number of persons employed in the underwear industry in Poland has fluctuated, with several years of decline interspersed with occasional growth spurts. The year 2023 saw employment at 6.96 thousand employees, marginally lower than the previous year. Significant declines were recorded in 2015 (-6.89%) and 2020 (-10.37%), but growth in 2018 (14.78%) offered a respite. Over the last half-decade, there has been a consistent downward trend with a CAGR of -1.83% forecasted for the period from 2023 to 2028, reflecting a projected overall reduction of 8.82% in employment.
Future trends to watch for include:
- The impact of increasing automation and technological advancements in the manufacturing process.
- Shifts in consumer demand possibly influenced by changing fashion trends and economic conditions.
- The influence of international trade policies and competition from global players.
