The Croatian market for lightweight fine knit roll, polo, or turtle neck jumpers and pullovers of cotton experienced fluctuations from 2013 to 2023, closing at 322.92 thousand units in 2023. It saw a significant decline in 2018, followed by moderate recovery, although recent years showed a downward trend with slight year-on-year contractions in 2022 and 2023. The overall five-year CAGR, however, turns positive at 0.026%, suggesting minor growth stability despite challenges.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Sustainability and eco-friendly production which could drive consumer preference changes.
- The impact of digital transformation and e-commerce on consumer purchasing patterns.
- Potential economic factors influencing consumer spending power in Croatia.
