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Guatemala turns to US for apparel imports as China’s lead narrows

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Guatemala’s apparel imports rose 34.78 per cent in Jan–Aug, driven by recovering demand and nearshoring.
China remained the top supplier but lost market share due to freight volatility and rising costs.
US expanded its share to 20.64 per cent, supported by CAFTA-DR and shorter lead times.
Honduras, Bangladesh and El Salvador also gained from integrated regional supply chains and quicker delivery.Guatemala’s apparel imports rose 34.78 per cent in Jan–Aug, driven by recovering demand and nearshoring.
China remained the top supplier but lost market share due to freight volatility and rising costs.
US expanded its share to 20.64 per cent, supported by CAFTA-DR and shorter lead times.
Honduras, Bangladesh and El Salvador also gained from integrated regional supply chains and quicker delivery.