Men's knitted trousers and shorts market in Romania

Earlier Report Observations

The market for men's knitted trousers and shorts in Romania saw substantial growth from 2018 to 2022, with volume expanding from 6.3 million units to 12.0 million units. Over the same period, the market's value increased even more sharply, rising from 12.3 million USD to 43.4 million USD. The only interruption in volume growth occurred in 2020, when it dipped to 6.3 million units, although market value continued its upward climb to 19.7 million USD.

In 2023, market volume moderated slightly to 11.2 million units, while the total market value rose significantly to 49.4 million USD, signaling a consumer shift toward higher-value products. This trend aligned with growing preferences for natural and knitted fabrics like cotton and wool, driven by demand for comfortable and functional clothing for both sport and casual wear. The popularity of tailored tracksuits, which transitioned from sportswear to casual-chic attire, further supported this market evolution. Moving into 2024, fashion trends continued to emphasize sustainability, durable organic materials, and versatile, comfortable silhouettes, shaping the ongoing direction of consumer demand.

Production men's knitted trousers and shorts in Romania

In value, 2017-2020, K $ US

In 2018, Romania's output of men's knitted trousers and shorts reached its lowest value at 4 199 K $ US. The following year, in 2019, production peaked at 5 713 K $ US, marking a significant 36.0% increase. By 2020, the value had slightly declined to 5 585 K $ US, representing a modest 2.2% year-over-year drop. The most substantial decrease occurred in 2018, with a 23.6% decline.

Annual dynamics of production in Romania in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

In kind, 2017-2020, K unit

In 2018, production of men's knitted trousers and shorts in Romania hit its lowest point at 354.9 K units, reflecting a sharp 24.5% decline. The following year, in 2019, output surged to a peak of 529.1 K units, a notable 49.1% increase. By 2020, production stood at 508.9 K units, showing a slight 3.8% year-over-year loss. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, overall production grew by 8.2%, equivalent to an annualized rate of 2.7%.

Annual dynamics of production in Romania in kind, 2017-2020, K unit

Exports men's knitted trousers and shorts from Romania

Exports in kind, K unit

In 2019, Romania's exports of men's knitted trousers and shorts fell to their lowest level at 866 K units, a 17.0% decline. The following year, in 2020, exports rebounded to 946 K units, marking a 9.2% year-over-year increase. Over the 2017-2020 period, exports decreased by 13%, with a compound annual growth rate of -4.5%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Romania in kind, 2017-2020, K unit

From 2017 to 2020, Italy, Germany, and France were the key export partners for Romania's men's knitted trousers and shorts in volume terms. Italy accounted for 43.2% of exports, Germany for 17.8%, and France for 5.2%. Together, these three countries represented 66.2% of total export flows.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Romania in kind, 2017-2020

Exports in value, K $ US

In 2019, the value of Romania's exports of men's knitted trousers and shorts dropped to its lowest point at 17 756 K $ US, a 9.6% decline. The previous year, in 2018, exports had peaked at 19 633 K $ US. By 2020, exports recovered to 19 542 K $ US, showing a significant 10.1% year-over-year advance.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Romania in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Over the 2017-2020 period, Italy, Germany, and France led as the top buyers of men's knitted trousers and shorts from Romania in value terms. Italy held a 42.3% share of exports, Germany 18.5%, and France 7.6%. Combined, these three markets accounted for 68.4% of total export value.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Romania in value, 2017-2020

Imports men's knitted trousers and shorts to Romania

Imports in kind, K unit

In 2019, imports of men's knitted trousers and shorts into Romania reached their highest level at 7 236 K units. The following year, in 2020, imports declined to 6 756 K units, a 6.6% drop compared to 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, imports increased by 41.7%, with a compound annual growth rate of 12.3%. The largest increase occurred in 2018, at 47.3%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Romania in kind, 2017-2020, K unit

From 2017 to 2020, Poland, Turkey, and China remained the main suppliers of men's knitted trousers and shorts to Romania in volume terms. Poland accounted for 44.6% of imports, Turkey for 11.3%, and China for 9.4%. Together, these three countries formed 65.3% of total import volumes.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Romania in kind, 2017-2020

Imports in value, K $ US

Imports of men's knitted trousers and shorts into Romania increased for the third consecutive year in 2020, totaling 33 629 K $ US, which is 9.5% higher than in 2019. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, imports grew by 76.4%, equating to an annualized rate of 20.8%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Romania in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

In the 2017-2020 period, three main markets—Poland, Spain, and Italy—collectively absorbed 56.5% of the total import value of men's knitted trousers and shorts into Romania.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Romania in value, 2017-2020