26 February 2013 - Sri Lankan apparel exports are apparently struggling, but our detailed data are below indicating a rebound on underwear and brassiere markets, in both the United States and the European Union. Our statistical tables provide a comprehensive view of latest export trends with detailed EU and US import data per category of products.
21 August 2012 - Sri Lanka apparel exports have risen again in 2011 and the beginning of the year to a record high despite a slowdown in global clothing trade and European economy. Our statistical tables provide a comprehensive view of latest export trends with detailed EU and US import data per category of products.
28 September 2011 - Sri Lanka's apparel exports surged over the first part of the year, according to official data. Shipments however slowed down in June and July, latest statistics reveal. US and EU import data which were compiled by EmergingTextiles.com reflect a less rosy picture.
19 April 2011 - Sri Lanka's apparel exports sharply rebounded in the last months, especially to the European Market. The end of the duty-free access under EU's GSP-Plus treatment was far from depressing sales. Sri Lanka's competitiveness is relatively improving, as other Asian countries are confronted with a surge in their labour costs.
4 November 2010 - Sri Lanka's clothing exports began more strongly sliding in August, after the European Union effectively suspended the duty-free access offered under its GSP-+ provision. Other factors are however behind the fall in shipments to both US and EU markets this year, while Sri Lanka retains its advantage on underwear markets, especially with brassieres.