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UK clothing exports drop 10% in Oct amid weak global demand

18 Dec '25
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UK clothing exports drop 10% in Oct amid weak global demand
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Insights

  • UK clothing exports fell **.*% YoY to £*** million (~$*** million) in October 2025 but rose from September, signalling tentative stabilisation.
  • Fabric and fibre exports also declined YoY, though monthly gains suggest restocking.
  • Q3 and full-year data show sustained weakness amid subdued European demand, cost pressures and stronger competition from Asia and Eastern Europe.

Despite this, the figure showed a rise from September ****, when exports stood at £*** million, indicating early signs of stabilisation after several months of subdued orders.

Textile fabric exports fell *.** per cent to £*** million (~$***.** million) from £*** million in October ****, largely due to weaker European manufacturing activity and inventory caution among buyers. However, the sharp month-on-month rise from £*** million suggests restocking and improved shipment flows.

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