Australia’s apparel imports fell 3.37 per cent to Au$2.118 billion (~$1.48 billion) in July-August 2026, while imports of textile yarn, fabrics and made-up articles declined 3.40 per cent to Au$767 million.
Fibre imports rose slightly to Au$23 million, but textile fibre exports eased 14.44 per cent to Au$1.155 billion and cotton exports fell 17.70 per cent in August.
ABS data showed mixed trade.Australia’s apparel imports fell 3.37 per cent to Au$2.118 billion (~$1.48 billion) in July-August 2026, while imports of textile yarn, fabrics and made-up articles declined 3.40 per cent to Au$767 million.
Fibre imports rose slightly to Au$23 million, but textile fibre exports eased 14.44 per cent to Au$1.155 billion and cotton exports fell 17.70 per cent in August.
ABS data showed mixed trade.
