In 2023, the actual re-import value of not knitted or crocheted women's and girls' blouses and shirts of cotton to the UK stood at 67.5 thousand.

The forecasts for the years 2024 to 2028 show a steady increase in the value of re-imports: 70.6K in 2024, 74.15K in 2025, 77.62K in 2026, 81.03K in 2027, and 84.37K in 2028. This indicates a year-on-year growth of approximately 5% to 5.4% consistently.

Over these five years, the compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) is estimated at around 5.05%, suggesting a healthy and steady rise in re-import activity.

Factors to watch for in future trends include:

Changes in UK trade policies post-Brexit that might affect import tariffs and agreements.
Inflation changes impacting production and transportation costs globally.
Shifts in consumer preferences towards sustainable and locally produced fashion items.
Economic conditions that could influence consumer spending power and demand for imported garments.