Italy leads Europe's textiles, apparel, and leather output, standing robust at €86.25 billion in 2023, despite a slight decrease of 0.048% year-on-year. Germany, France, and Spain follow, with mixed growth rates; France grew by 2.68% while Germany and Spain saw declines. Eastern European countries like Poland and Romania increased their output, with growth rates of 0.85% and 1.33% respectively. In Scandinavia, Finland and Iceland showed significant growth at 4.01% and 7.89%. Meanwhile, smaller markets like Serbia and Liechtenstein faced substantial decreases of 9.44% and 8.85% respectively.
Future trends point to growing influence from Eastern and Northern European countries driven by competitive manufacturing and technological innovations. With sustainability becoming paramount, there is increasing pressure on Western nations to adapt to eco-friendly practices, potentially spurring sector transformations. Continued investment in digitalization and smart textiles presents notable growth opportunities. Monitoring these dynamics will be essential for stakeholders navigating the evolving landscape.
Top countries in Textiles, Wearing Apparel and Leather Output by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 86,250 | 2023 | -5.75% | -0.048% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 20,940 | 2023 | -1.07% | -1.8% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 19,440 | 2023 | +2.49% | +2.68% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 19,210 | 2023 | +2.79% | -0.6% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 13,890 | 2023 | -0.27% | -0.4% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 10,860 | 2023 | +1.93% | -0.75% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 8,060 | 2023 | +0.64% | +0.85% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 6,920 | 2023 | -1.87% | +1.33% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 4,480 | 2023 | -2.83% | -0.93% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 4,410 | 2023 | +0.97% | +3.28% | View data |