Category: Apparel Retailing
Apparel Retailing market research reports by Euromonitor International
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Apparel and Footwear Specialists in Bulgaria
The apparel and footwear sector in Bulgaria experienced positive growth in 2024, supported by an improving economic outlook and higher purchasing power among consumers. With inflation stabilising and price increases remaining minimal compared to previous years, Bulgarian shoppers felt more confident ... Read More
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Apparel and Footwear Specialists in Canada
In 2024, apparel and footwear specialists in Canada registered double-digit retail current value growth, despite a drop in the number of outlets. Inflationary pressure on prices supported retail current value growth as players tried to maximise profit margins amid store network streamlines. Nonethel ... Read More
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Apparel and Footwear Specialists in Brazil
With the drop in the unemployment rate and a slight improvement in Brazilians’ per capita income, the sales of apparel and footwear specialists remained high in 2024, with little movement in current value sales, along with marginal growth in outlet numbers. This was despite strong competition from l ... Read More
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Apparel and Footwear Specialists in Belgium
Despite price stabilisation, apparel and footwear specialists in Belgium saw only modest growth in current value terms in 2024. This was due to a combination of factors negatively affecting the performance of the channel. First, despite inflation stabilising, consumers remained price sensitive and c ... Read More
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Apparel and Footwear Specialists in China
After a period of turbulence for most of the review period, the current value sales of apparel and footwear specialists in China remained fairly stable in 2024, with just a minimal increase seen. However, sales remained lower than the pre-pandemic (2019) level. Amongst the factors preventing higher ... Read More
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Apparel and Footwear Specialists in the US
Apparel and footwear in the US experienced another year of low current value growth in 2024, although mixed results were seen once again, with high inflation continuing to shape consumers’ spending habits. Luxury and mid-tier brands struggled as price-conscious shoppers gravitated toward lower-tier ... Read More
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Apparel and Footwear Specialists in France
Apparel and footwear retailers in France experienced declines in both outlet numbers and current value sales during 2024, continuing the trend of the previous year. This can be attributed to several factors, including a falling birth rate affecting childrenswear, unfavourable weather conditions in t ... Read More
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Retail in the US
In September 2024, the US Federal Reserve lowered the federal funds rate for the first time since March 2020, signalling a near end to the inflationary macroeconomy. While inflation showed signs of abating, grocery prices remained on average about 25% higher than 2019 levels, according to the US Dep ... Read More
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Apparel and Footwear Specialists in Austria
In 2024, apparel and footwear specialists in Austria experienced modest growth of 3% in retail value. However, this rate was not significantly above the inflation rate, with overall sales less than 4% higher than pre-pandemic levels, despite significant price hikes in 2022 and 2023. While there was ... Read More
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Apparel and Footwear Specialists in Greece
Apparel and footwear specialists saw current value growth in Greece in 2024, with both local and international brands registering positive performances. Consumers have shown increased interest in sustainable clothing, and this has encouraged large chains to emphasise their eco-friendly strategies. M ... Read More
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Apparel and Footwear Specialists in Ireland
In 2024, apparel and footwear specialists in Ireland recorded an uplift in retail value sales of 2%. However, the ongoing shift towards retail e-commerce continued to affect sales in physical retail stores as more consumers opted for the convenience of digital channels. In response to this trend, re ... Read More
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Retail in Spain
Retail in Spain showed signs of gradual stabilisation in Spain, facing inflation and a series of economic challenges, with consumer confidence slowly returning. Inflationary pressure eased, although grocery product prices remain high. The monthly inflation rate in Spain in 2024 was above the average ... Read More
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Retail in Israel
The Israel-Hamas war severely disrupted the retail environment throughout 2024. Many businesses faced labour shortages, due to military mobilisation. In addition, many international brands, including H&M and Zara, temporarily closed their Israeli stores, leading to decreased consumer confidence and ... Read More
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Retail in Peru
Retail in Peru faced a challenging environment in 2024, with the first half of the year marked by an economic recession that began in mid-2023. This downturn led to reduced consumer spending due to lower household incomes, stagnant wages, and limited employment opportunities, negatively impacting mo ... Read More
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Apparel and Footwear Specialists in the Netherlands
Apparel and footwear specialists in the Netherlands posted a modest increase in retail value sales in 2024, driven primarily by major chains such as Zara and Primark. However, most retailers continue to face significant challenges, with profit margins squeezed by rising inventory, rent, and wages co ... Read More
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Apparel and Footwear Specialists in Spain
Spain’s apparel and footwear category remained a leader in terms of technology and design in 2024. The category is one of the most vulnerable in the face of economic and global contingencies and has been busy reinventing itself again. Retail outlets are evolving into megastores that feature a wide r ... Read More
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Apparel and Footwear Specialists in Norway
In 2024, apparel and footwear specialists in Norway are employing various strategies to effectively target younger generations, particularly Gen Z and Millennials. Many brands are emphasising sustainability, which resonates strongly with younger consumers. KappAhl has expanded its second-hand clothi ... Read More
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Apparel and Footwear Specialists in Peru
Despite a challenging start to 2024, with economic recession lingering from mid-2023 into the first half of the year, the apparel and footwear specialists sector achieved moderate growth by year-end. The sector’s performance improved significantly in the second half of 2024 due to Peru’s economic re ... Read More
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Apparel and Footwear in Vietnam
In 2024, apparel in Vietnam is set to experience positive growth rates in both retail volume and current value terms, while footwear is expected to record falling retail volume sales along with retail current value growth. Volume growth rates are likely to be hampered by inflation and an unstable ec ... Read More
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Apparel Accessories in Germany
Apparel Accessories in Germany Retail volume sales of apparel accessories in Germany are marginally improving in 2024, after years of decline since the pandemic, while value sales also remain below 2019 levels. As social opportunities continue to rise, whether in private gatherings with friends and ... Read More
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Apparel and Footwear in Germany
Apparel and Footwear in Germany Retail volume sales of apparel and footwear in Germany are marginally improving in 2024 after a challenging year in 2023. However, challenges remain, as consumer sentiment is volatile, affected by unpredictable circumstances and global instability. Consumers remain ca ... Read More
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Apparel and Footwear in Australia
Apparel and Footwear in Australia Retail volume sales of apparel and footwear in Australia remain fairly flat in 2024, as the economic downturn and high interest rates impact discretionary spend. As consumers feel the pressure of the high cost of living on their household budgets, subdued spending i ... Read More
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Apparel and Footwear in Hong Kong, China
Apparel and Footwear in Hong Kong, China Following a post-pandemic rebound the previous year when the city reopened its borders, apparel and footwear in Hong Kong has returned to its declining trajectory in 2024, driven by significant challenges due to broader economic uncertainty in the region. The ... Read More
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Apparel and Footwear in Poland
Apparel and Footwear in Poland Apparel and footwear in Poland witnessed a rebound in retail volume sales over 2024, despite the challenges caused by rising production costs and the high cost of living facing locals. Consumer purchasing power has increased thanks to higher wages and easing inflation ... Read More
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Womenswear in Poland
Womenswear in Poland Womenswear in Poland is seeing an evolution in consumer preferences, particularly among fashion-conscious buyers. A growing number of Polish women are knowledgeable about various aspect of fashion, focusing on factors like fabric quality, tailoring, sustainability, and provenanc ... Read More
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