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New Zealand's apparel imports rise 4.7% to $711 mn in Jan-Jul 2025

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• New Zealand's apparel imports rose ****.*8 per cent to NZ$****.** billion (~$*** million) in January–July 2025, driven by stronger demand for knitted and crocheted garments (Chapter 61), which grew *.* per cent.
• Imports of woven apparel (Chapter 62) edged up *.* per cent, while fabric imports under Chapter 60 surged ** per cent.
• The growth highlights resilient consumer demand in the country.