Wearing apparel exports to China by South Korea have experienced fluctuations over the past decade. The exports peaked at $453.73 million in 2013, with a general downward trend since then. By 2023, exports stood at $373.67 million. Year-on-year variations saw significant declines in certain years, such as 2020 with a -5.36% change, while some years experienced modest growth, like 2021 with a 4.87% increase. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) for the last five years ending 2023 is 0.17%.
Looking forward, the forecast indicates a continued decline in apparel exports, with values expected to reach $366.54 million by 2028. The forecasted CAGR for the next five years is -0.3%, reflecting a persistent downward trend.
Future trends to watch for:
- Potential impacts of trade policies and tariffs between South Korea and China.
- Consumer demand shifts in China, influenced by economic conditions and fashion trends.
- Technological advancements and innovations in the apparel industry that may affect production and export capabilities.
- Competition from other apparel-exporting countries to China.