Apparel, Clothing and Footwear

The fading of COVID-19 has been a significant turning point for Japanese consumers, who have been leaving their homes and therefore driving the return of footfall in town centres. In May 2023, the Japanese government changed the legitimate…

Sales of apparel and footwear saw dynamic growth in 2022, with constant value sales fast approaching pre-pandemic levels. As the country emerged from the COVID-19 pandemic, consumers became increasingly keen to travel, socialise and spend more time…

In 2023, categories within apparel and footwear in Mexico are set to experience diverse trajectories in terms of current value growth. While the overall trend is expected to be positive, apparel accessories is anticipated to continue to see a…

The end of the review period witnessed an unprecedented surge in commodity prices, exacerbated by the Russian invasion of Ukraine. This surge, coupled with the national economy grappling with a slowdown due to drought and inflation, resulted in…

Overall, retail sales of apparel and footwear in Nigeria saw a strong decline in volume terms in 2023 while price inflation ensured sales continued to grow in current value terms. High inflationary conditions limited consumer spending power, forcing…