The forecast for the import of knitted or crocheted women's and girls' skirts of cotton to the UK shows a gradual decline from 2024 to 2028. Starting at $2.73 million in 2024, the imports decrease to $2.21 million by 2028, reflecting an overall downward trend.
Year-on-year variations indicate a steady decline: −4.87% in 2025, −5.03% in 2026, −5.19% in 2027, and −5.37% in 2028. Over five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) projects a decrease of about −5.12% annually.
Future trends to watch for:
- Impact of Brexit on trade tariffs and import processes.
- Shifts in consumer preferences toward sustainable and locally produced clothing.
- Fluctuations in global cotton prices affecting production cost.