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Clothing Manufacturing in Ireland - Market Size, Industry Analysis, Trends and Forecasts (2025-2029)

Krasimir Dinev Krasimir Dinev London, United Kingdom Last Updated: April 2025 SIC IE-C141

Revenue

€100.0bn

2025

€100.0bn

Past 5-Year Growth

Profit

€XX.Xbn

Employees

1m

Businesses

221k

Wages

€XX.Xbn

Clothing Manufacturing in Ireland industry analysis

Europe's clothing manufacturing industry is largely driven by its reputation for upscale brands and high-end fashion. Countries like Italy and France have a renowned reputation for manufacturing high-quality apparel, which is in demand globally. As a result, industry revenue largely follows trends in disposable income and consumer spending. Clothing manufacturers have faced challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, severe inflation and foreign competition. Despite these challenges, the digital revolution has inspired new avenues for growth with the rise of e-commerce, which has become an increasingly central consumer shopping practice. Revenue is expected to hike at a compound annual rate of 0.5% to just over €100 billion over the five years through 2025, including a 3.2% drop in 2025.

Trends and Insights

  • Online sales drive the fashion industry's digital revolution. This is mainly due to higher consumer demand for more convenient shopping options, leading brands to improve their online presence and experiences.
  • Exports will likely be hit hard by US tariffs of 20%. Europe’s €7.5 billion annual textile exports to the US face immediate strain, risking €1.5 billion in new duties, with luxury goods and key producers like Italy and Portugal absorbing steep cost pressures or passing them to US buyers.
  • Innovation and brand reputation drive market share in European clothing manufacturing. Successful operators stand out by offering high-quality, unique products and by building strong, trusted household names among consumers.
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Top Questions Answered in this Report

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What is the market size of the Clothing Manufacturing industry in Ireland in 2025?

The market size of the Clothing Manufacturing industry in Ireland is €100.0bn in 2025.

How many businesses are there in the Clothing Manufacturing industry in Ireland in 2025?

There are 221k businesses in the Clothing Manufacturing industry in Ireland, which has grown at a CAGR of 1.6 % between 2020 and 2025.

Has the Clothing Manufacturing industry in Ireland grown or declined over the past 5 years?

The market size of the Clothing Manufacturing industry in Ireland has been growing at a CAGR of 2.4 % between 2020 and 2025.

What is the forecast growth of the Clothing Manufacturing industry in Ireland over the next 5 years?

Over the next five years, the Clothing Manufacturing industry in Ireland is expected to grow.

What does the Clothing Manufacturing industry in Ireland include?

Outerwear and Underwear are part of the Clothing Manufacturing industry in Ireland.

How competitive is the Clothing Manufacturing industry in Ireland?

The level of competition is high and steady in the Clothing Manufacturing industry in Ireland.

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Table of Contents

External Environment

Highlights

Trends
  • Regulation & Policy
  • Assistance

Key Takeaways

Various regulations impact the European clothing manufacturing industry. Policies across Europe focus on sustainability, fair trade and labelling among others, shaping manufacturing processes and consumer choices.

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External Drivers

Analysis

What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Clothing Manufacturing in Ireland industry?

Financial Benchmarks

Highlights

Trends
  • Profit Margin
  • Average Wage
  • Largest Cost

Key Takeaways

Rising production costs are squeezing profitability. Spiking inflation, costlier raw materials, expensive energy and higher labour costs have all contributed, forcing many manufacturers to pass on increased costs to consumers.

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Cost Structure

Charts
  • Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
  • Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
    • Marketing
    • Depreciation
    • Profit
    • Purchases
    • Wages
    • Rent
    • Utilities
    • Other
Analysis

What trends impact cost in the Clothing Manufacturing in Ireland industry?


Key Ratios

Data tables
  • IVA/Revenue (2015-2030)
  • Imports/Demand (2015-2030)
  • Exports/Revenue (2015-2030)
  • Revenue per Employee (2015-2030)
  • Wages/Revenue (2015-2030)
  • Employees per Establishment (2015-2030)
  • Average Wage (2015-2030)

Country Benchmarks

European Leaders & Laggards

Data Tables

Top and bottom five countries listed for each:

  • Revenue Growth (2025)
  • Business Growth (2025)
  • Job Growth (2025)

European Country Performance

Data Tables

Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:

  • IVA/Revenue (2025)
  • Imports/Demand (2025)
  • Exports/Revenue (2025)
  • Revenue per Employee (2025)
  • Wages/Revenue (2025)
  • Employees per Establishment (2025)
  • Average Wage (2025)

Structural Comparison

Data Tables

Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe

  • Concentration
  • Competition
  • Barriers to Entry
  • Buyer Power
  • Supplier Power
  • Volatility
  • Capital Intensity
  • Innovation
  • Life Cycle

Key Statistics

Industry Data

Data Tables

Including values and annual change:

  • Revenue (2015-2030)
  • IVA (2015-2030)
  • Establishments (2015-2030)
  • Enterprises (2015-2030)
  • Employment (2015-2030)
  • Exports (2015-2030)
  • Imports (2015-2030)
  • Wages (2015-2030)

Methodology

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