Over the past decade, the market for tracksuits, ski suits, swimwear, and other knitted or crocheted textiles in Croatia has experienced fluctuating growth, peaking in 2016 with a value of 15.327 million. Since 2020, the market has seen a consistent decline, reaching a low of 9.528 million in 2023. Notably, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years is -9.19%, emphasizing a significant downturn. The year-on-year decline accelerated from 2020 to 2023, with noticeable percentages of -8.83%, -9.68%, -10.63%, and -11.77% respectively.

Future trends to watch include:

Changing consumer preferences toward more sustainable and multifunctional garments.
The potential impact of technological innovations in textile production.
The growth of online retail channels influencing market dynamics.
Potential recovery influenced by rising tourism and sporting events within Croatia.