New Zealand’s apparel imports fell 8 per cent year on year to NZ$150.50 million in April 2026, reflecting a softer start to fiscal 2026–27, with sharper weakness in non-knitted garments.
In contrast, apparel exports rose 19.3 per cent, led by strong growth in knitted apparel.
Fabric imports increased, indicating resilient demand for textile inputs despite weaker garment sourcing.New Zealand’s apparel imports fell 8 per cent year on year to NZ$150.50 million in April 2026, reflecting a softer start to fiscal 2026–27, with sharper weakness in non-knitted garments.
In contrast, apparel exports rose 19.3 per cent, led by strong growth in knitted apparel.
Fabric imports increased, indicating resilient demand for textile inputs despite weaker garment sourcing.
