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Australia's apparel imports fall, textiles rise in July-Nov 2025

10 Jan '26

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Australia's apparel imports fall, textiles rise in July-Nov 2025

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Australia's textile and apparel imports showed a mixed trend in July–November ****, with apparel imports falling *.*0 per cent amid weak consumer demand, while textile imports rose *.*4 per cent on steadier manufacturing needs.
Exports of textile fibres edged lower, reflecting softer global prices and inventory adjustments in key Asian markets, despite brief monthly rebounds.

Apparel imports (code **) eased to Au$*.*** billion (~$*.*** billion), compared with Au$*.*** billion a year earlier. In November ****, imports fell sharply by **.** per cent year on year to Au$*.*** billion (~$*.*** billion) from Au$*.*** billion. The November contraction points to retailers delaying replenishment amid weak consumer confidence, promotional stock overhangs, and a preference for tighter inventory management ahead of the peak sales season.

Imports of textile yarn, fabrics, and made-up articles (code **) increased *.** per cent to Au$*.*** billion (~$*.*** billion) from Au$*.*** billion in the same period last year. However, November **** shipments under this category slipped to Au$*** million, down from Au$*** million in November ****, indicating short-term moderation after earlier restocking by manufacturers and converters.