South Korea’s apparel imports eased 1.52 per cent to $7.679 billion in January–August 2025, led by a 2.75 per cent fall in non-knitted apparel, while knitted apparel stayed steady.
August imports slid 7.22 per cent year-on-year as retailers trimmed inventories amid tariff uncertainties and weak demand.
Exports of textiles also fell over 13–15 per cent, reflecting subdued global orders.
August imports slid 7.22 per cent year-on-year as retailers trimmed inventories amid tariff uncertainties and weak demand.
Exports of textiles also fell over 13–15 per cent, reflecting subdued global orders.
