The market size for women's or girls' shorts of cotton textile fabrics not knitted or crocheted in Portugal indicated a volume of 1.5153 million in 2023, with a positive year-on-year growth of 0.12%. Over the past five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) averaged at 0.78%, marking a gradual but steady recovery post-2020 impacts. Historically, the market experienced fluctuations, with notable declines prior to 2018, followed by a moderate upward trend resumed from 2021 onwards.

Future trends to monitor include:

Sustained recovery in consumer demand as market conditions stabilize post-pandemic.
Potential growth opportunities driven by increased focus on sustainable and eco-friendly textile options.
Impact of fashion trends and changing consumer preferences on product design and production.
The influence of economic factors and trade regulations on market dynamics and competitive landscape.