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Global Men Knitwear Market 2024

Men Knitwear Market Size

The global men knitwear market reached $X in 2022, rising by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the total consumption indicated prominent growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, consumption decreased by X% against 2020 indices. Global consumption peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Men Knitwear Production

In value terms, men knitwear production dropped modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2022, global production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Men Knitwear Exports

Exports

In 2022, the amount of men's or boys' clothing (knitted or crocheted) exported worldwide rose to X units, surging by X% on 2021 figures. Over the period under review, total exports indicated perceptible growth from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by X% against 2017 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the global exports reached the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, men knitwear exports rose remarkably to $X in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the global exports reached the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

China was the largest exporter of men's or boys' clothing (knitted or crocheted) in the world, with the volume of exports reaching X units, which was near X% of total exports in 2022. Bangladesh (X units) ranks second in terms of the total exports with a X% share, followed by Pakistan (X%) and Vietnam (X%). Turkey (X units), India (X units), Cambodia (X units), Indonesia (X units), Honduras (X units) and Myanmar (X units) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to men knitwear exports from China stood at X%. At the same time, Myanmar (X%), Vietnam (X%), Indonesia (X%), Bangladesh (X%), Turkey (X%), Pakistan (X%), India (X%), Honduras (X%) and Cambodia (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Myanmar emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in the world, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2022. From 2012 to 2022, the share of Bangladesh, Vietnam, Pakistan, Turkey, India, Myanmar and Indonesia increased by X, X, X, X, X, X and X percentage points, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, China ($X) remains the largest men knitwear supplier worldwide, comprising X% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Vietnam ($X), with an X% share of global exports. It was followed by Bangladesh, with a X% share.

In China, men knitwear exports declined by an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2022. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Vietnam (X% per year) and Bangladesh (X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average men knitwear export price amounted to $X per unit, with an increase of X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per unit in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Cambodia ($X per unit), while India ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Honduras (X%), while the other global leaders experienced a decline in the export price figures.

Men Knitwear Imports

Imports

In 2022, global imports of men's or boys' clothing (knitted or crocheted) rose notably to X units, increasing by X% on 2021. Over the period under review, total imports indicated a prominent increase from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by X% against 2020 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, global imports reached the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.

In value terms, men knitwear imports surged to $X in 2022. Overall, total imports indicated a prominent increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by X% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Global imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X units) represented the largest importer of men's or boys' clothing (knitted or crocheted), committing X% of total imports. It was distantly followed by the UK (X units), making up a X% share of total imports. Spain (X units), Germany (X units), Italy (X units), Poland (X units), Japan (X units), the Netherlands (X units), Canada (X units), Belgium (X units), Myanmar (X units), France (X units) and the United Arab Emirates (X units) took a little share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to men knitwear imports into the United States stood at X%. At the same time, Myanmar (X%), Germany (X%), Poland (X%), the Netherlands (X%), Italy (X%), Spain (X%), France (X%), Belgium (X%), Canada (X%), Japan (X%) and the UK (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Myanmar emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in the world, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2022. By contrast, the United Arab Emirates (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. The United States (X p.p.), Germany (X p.p.), Poland (X p.p.), Myanmar (X p.p.), Italy (X p.p.), Spain (X p.p.) and the Netherlands (X p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the global imports, while the United Arab Emirates saw its share reduced by X% from 2012 to 2022, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported men's or boys' clothing (knitted or crocheted) worldwide, comprising X% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Germany ($X), with a X% share of global imports. It was followed by the UK, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in the United States totaled X%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Germany (X% per year) and the UK (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average men knitwear import price amounted to $X per unit, rising by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per unit), while Myanmar ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United Arab Emirates (X%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The country with the largest volume of men knitwear consumption was the United States, accounting for 20% of total volume. Moreover, men knitwear consumption in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, China, twofold. Brazil ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 3.8% share.
China remains the largest men knitwear producing country worldwide, accounting for 39% of total volume. Moreover, men knitwear production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Bangladesh, sevenfold. India ranked third in terms of total production with a 4.6% share.
In value terms, China remains the largest men knitwear supplier worldwide, comprising 33% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Vietnam, with an 8.1% share of global exports. It was followed by Bangladesh, with a 7.6% share.
In value terms, the United States constitutes the largest market for imported men's or boys' clothing knitted or crocheted) worldwide, comprising 24% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Germany, with a 5.9% share of global imports. It was followed by the UK, with a 5.4% share.
The average men knitwear export price stood at $7 per unit in 2022, rising by 4.9% against the previous year.
The average men knitwear import price stood at $7.3 per unit in 2022, rising by 8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global men knitwear market. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

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Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

  • Global market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Global production, split by region and country
  • Global trade (exports and imports)
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
  8. 8. GLOBAL IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. GLOBAL EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

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    • United States
    • China
    • Japan
    • Germany
    • United Kingdom
    • France
    • Brazil
    • Italy
    • Russian Federation
    • India
    • Canada
    • Australia
    • Republic of Korea
    • Spain
    • Mexico
    • Indonesia
    • Netherlands
    • Turkey
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Switzerland
    • Sweden
    • Nigeria
    • Poland
    • Belgium
    • Argentina
    • Norway
    • Austria
    • Thailand
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Colombia
    • Denmark
    • South Africa
    • Malaysia
    • Israel
    • Singapore
    • Egypt
    • Philippines
    • Finland
    • Chile
    • Ireland
    • Pakistan
    • Greece
    • Portugal
    • Kazakhstan
    • Algeria
    • Czech Republic
    • Qatar
    • Peru
    • Romania
    • Vietnam
  12. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    19. Production, By Country, 2023
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2023

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