Egypt’s ready-made garments exports rose 15 percent year-on-year in the first four months of 2026, supported by solid demand from major international markets, particularly the United States and Europe, according to industry data released by the Export Council for Readymade Garments.
Total exports for the sector reached approximately $1.15 billion between January and April 2026, compared with $1.002 billion during the same period in 2025, highlighting continued momentum in one of Egypt’s key manufacturing export industries.
The monthly performance for April marked a standout result, with exports surging to $287 million, up from $216 million in April 2025, an increase of 33 percent, the highest monthly growth rate recorded so far this year.
The United States maintained its position as the largest importer of Egyptian garments, with shipments rising to $429 million in the January–April period, compared to $379 million a year earlier, reflecting a 13 percent increase.
European markets collectively remained the dominant destination bloc, accounting for 44.6 percent of total exports. Shipments to the region climbed to $512 million, up from $398 million in the same period last year, representing strong 29 percent growth.
On a country basis, Turkey ranked second among importers with $135 million, followed by Spain at $102 million, Germany at $67 million, and the Netherlands at $64 million. Exports to the United Kingdom increased to $42 million, while shipments to Italy recorded a sharp 95 percent jump to $33 million.
Industry officials said the performance reflects improving global competitiveness of Egyptian apparel, supported by shifts in global supply chains and increasing demand from international brands seeking diversified sourcing bases.
They added that the United States continues to be the primary growth engine, while European markets are expanding steadily, driven by improved production quality, reliability, and delivery performance from Egyptian manufacturers.
The Export Council said it is pursuing an expansion strategy aimed at entering new African markets while strengthening Egypt’s position in Europe and North America, alongside encouraging new investments in textile and garment production capacity.
The council also reiterated its target of achieving annual export growth above 22 percent, noting expectations that total exports could rise by more than $1 billion in 2026, potentially reaching a record $4.4 billion for the sector.
