In 2023, the European Made-Up Textile Articles sector, excluding apparel, showed notable variances among countries. France leads with 4.55k enterprises, experiencing a 6.64% growth. Poland and Spain follow, with Poland showing a 3.47% increase, whereas Spain had a marginal 0.099% rise. Italy saw a 4.95% decrease, indicating contraction. Other markets like Germany and Sweden also faced declines, contrasting with growth in Eastern Europe, particularly Hungary (8.08%) and Croatia (9.07%). The UK showed slight growth, but Western Europe largely remained stable or contracted.
Future trends to watch:
- Potential growth in Eastern European countries as they capitalize on competitive advantages.
- Western Europe may focus on sustainability and technology enhancements to counteract stagnant enterprise growth.
- Emerging markets within the EU could drive diversification and innovation in the sector.
Top countries in Made-Up Textile Articles (Except Apparel) Number of Enterprises by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Enterprises) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 4,550 | 2023 | +4.07% | +6.64% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 4,490 | 2023 | +3.65% | +3.47% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 3,450 | 2023 | +0.44% | +0.099% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 3,040 | 2023 | -3.67% | -4.95% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 2,280 | 2023 | +0.71% | +0.45% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 1,390 | 2023 | -1% | -1.35% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 1,150 | 2023 | +0.88% | +1.59% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 1,030 | 2023 | +0.49% | +1.19% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 1,030 | 2023 | +2.09% | +4.2% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Germany | 1,010 | 2023 | 0% | -0.62% | View data |
