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EU - Brassieres, Girdles And Corsets - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Article Publishing Date: Sep 24, 2020

The European Brassiere, Girdle and Corset Market Peaked at $3.2B

IndexBox has just published a new report: 'EU - Brassieres, Girdles And Corsets - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights'. Here is a summary of the report's key findings.

The EU brassiere, girdle and corset market expanded modestly to $3.2B in 2019, increasing by 3.5% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price).

The market value increased at an average annual rate of +2.4% over the period from 2013 to 2019; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 6.6% y-o-y. The level of consumption peaked in 2019 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Consumption by Country

The countries with the highest volumes of brassiere, girdle and corset consumption in 2019 were the UK (156M units), France (100M units) and Germany (99M units), with a combined 44% share of total consumption. These countries were followed by Spain, Italy, the Netherlands, Portugal, Poland, Ireland, Austria, the Czech Republic and Greece, which together accounted for a further 43%.

From 2013 to 2019, the biggest increases were in Ireland, while brassiere, girdle and corset consumption for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest brassiere, girdle and corset markets in the European Union were Germany ($525M), the UK ($491M) and France ($457M), with a combined 47% share of the total market. Spain, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland, Austria, Ireland, Portugal, the Czech Republic and Greece lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 39%.

The countries with the highest levels of brassiere, girdle and corset per capita consumption in 2019 were Ireland (6 units per person), Portugal (3.44 units per person) and Austria (3.26 units per person).

Production in the EU

In 2019, brassiere, girdle and corset production in the European Union reduced to 56M units, shrinking by -14.5% against the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, production attained the peak volume at 104M units in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2019, production failed to regain the momentum.

Production by Country

The countries with the highest volumes of brassiere, girdle and corset production in 2019 were Croatia (11M units), Spain (9.2M units) and Italy (8M units), with a combined 50% share of total production. These countries were followed by Romania, Poland, Latvia, Hungary, Sweden, Portugal, the Czech Republic, Cyprus and Austria, which together accounted for a further 42%.

From 2013 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of brassiere, girdle and corset production, amongst the leading producing countries, was attained by Sweden, while production for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports in the EU

In 2019, imports of brassieres, girdles and corsets in the European Union was estimated at 1.1B units, with an increase of 2% against the year before. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +4.4% over the period from 2013 to 2019; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. In value terms, brassiere, girdle and corset imports declined slightly to $4.2B (IndexBox estimates) in 2019.

Imports by Country

In 2019, the UK (180M units), Germany (156M units) and France (140M units) was the main importer of brassieres, girdles and corsets in the European Union, constituting 43% of total import. Spain (90M units) ranks next in terms of the total imports with an 8.2% share, followed by Italy (6.9%), Austria (6.8%), the Netherlands (6.7%) and Poland (5.2%). Belgium (43M units), Portugal (36M units), Ireland (32M units) and the Czech Republic (25M units) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2013 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the key importing countries, was attained by Ireland, while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest brassiere, girdle and corset importing markets in the European Union were Germany ($825M), France ($637M) and the UK ($557M), together accounting for 48% of total imports. Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, Austria, Poland, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Portugal and Ireland lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 42%.

Import Prices by Country

The brassiere, girdle and corset import price in the European Union stood at $3.9 per unit in 2019, declining by -4.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a perceptible decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 an increase of 2.4% year-to-year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $4.6 per unit. From 2015 to 2019, the growth in terms of import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination; the country with the highest price was Germany ($5.3 per unit), while Ireland ($1.5 per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2013 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy, while the other leaders experienced a decline in the import price figures.

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for brassiere, girdle and corset 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 14142530 - Brassieres
  • Prodcom 14142550 - Girdles, panty-girdles and corselettes (including bodies with adjustable straps)

Country coverage:

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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This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS

  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT

  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

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    • 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

  12. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    19. Production, By Country, 2023
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2023

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