EU - Socks, Stockings and Other Women's Hosiery - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Women Hosiery Market Size in the EU
The EU women hosiery market soared to $X in 2022, increasing by X% against the previous year. The total consumption indicated a strong expansion 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 increased by X% against 2015 indices. As a result, consumption reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Women Hosiery Production in the EU
In value terms, women hosiery production dropped to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, showed a pronounced decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Women Hosiery Exports
Exports in the EU
For the fifth year in a row, the European Union recorded growth in overseas shipments of socks, stockings and other women's hosiery, which increased by X% to X pairs in 2022. Over the period under review, exports posted strong growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.
In value terms, women hosiery exports expanded slightly to $X in 2022. Total exports indicated a pronounced increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by X% against 2015 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by X%. The level of export peaked in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in the near future.
Exports by Country
The Netherlands (X pairs) and Germany (X pairs) were the major exporters of socks, stockings and other women's hosiery in 2022, resulting at near X% and X% of total exports, respectively. Italy (X pairs) took a X% share (based on physical terms) of total exports, which put it in second place, followed by Portugal (X%), Croatia (X%), Poland (X%), Belgium (X%) and Slovakia (X%). Greece (X pairs), France (X pairs), Spain (X pairs), Slovenia (X pairs) and Bulgaria (X pairs) followed a long way behind the leaders.
From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Croatia (with a CAGR of X%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Germany ($X), the Netherlands ($X) and Italy ($X) were the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2022, together accounting for X% of total exports. Belgium, Poland, France, Portugal, Croatia, Spain, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Slovenia and Greece lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
Among the main exporting countries, Poland, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Export Prices by Country
In 2022, the export price in the European Union amounted to $X per pair, reducing by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a abrupt decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the export price increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export prices attained the peak figure at $X per pair in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Belgium ($X per pair), while Greece ($X per pair) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Poland (X%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the export price figures.
Women Hosiery Imports
Imports in the EU
In 2022, overseas purchases of socks, stockings and other women's hosiery increased by X% to X pairs, rising for the sixth year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, imports saw a strong expansion. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
In value terms, women hosiery imports rose significantly to $X in 2022. Total imports indicated a resilient expansion from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by X% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.
Imports by Country
Germany (X pairs) and the Netherlands (X pairs) were the major importers of socks, stockings and other women's hosiery in 2022, recording near X% and X% of total imports, respectively. France (X pairs) ranks next in terms of the total imports with a X% share, followed by Poland (X%), Italy (X%), Spain (X%) and Belgium (X%). Greece (X pairs), Croatia (X pairs), the Czech Republic (X pairs), Sweden (X pairs), Romania (X pairs) and Austria (X pairs) followed a long way behind the leaders.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the key importing countries, was attained by Poland (with a CAGR of X%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Germany ($X), France ($X) and the Netherlands ($X) constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2022, with a combined X% share of total imports. Italy, Belgium, Spain, Poland, Austria, Sweden, the Czech Republic, Croatia, Greece and Romania lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.
Croatia, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Import Prices by Country
In 2022, the import price in the European Union amounted to $X per pair, falling by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a deep slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the import price increased by X% against the previous year. The level of import peaked at $X per pair in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Austria ($X per pair), while Greece ($X per pair) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Czech Republic (X%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the import price figures.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the women hosiery market in the EU. 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:
- Prodcom 14311050 - Women
- Prodcom 14311090 - Knitted or crocheted hosiery and footwear (including socks, e xcluding women
Country coverage:
- Austria
- Belgium
- Bulgaria
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Hungary
- Ireland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Netherlands
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in the EU, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in the EU
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
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- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
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7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Belgium
- Bulgaria
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Hungary
- Ireland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Netherlands
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Consumption, By Country, 2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, 2012–2023
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