New Zealand’s apparel imports dip slightly to $1.18 bn in FY2025–26

New Zealand’s apparel imports declined 1.5 per cent in FY2025-26, reflecting cautious sourcing and inventory correction, while fabric imports surged 24.2 per cent, signalling steady input demand.
March saw a rebound in imports and exports.
Fabric exports rose 33.2 per cent annually, indicating strengthening momentum in specialised textile segments.