China's textile industry reports 4.2% growth in value-added output
However, the overall revenue of the sector declined slightly by 0.5 per cent, totalling 1.49 trillion yuan. In contrast, major retailers in the textile industry saw a 5.9 per cent increase in sales, reaching 6.4 trillion yuan.
China's textile companies with revenues above 20 million yuan (~$2.8 million) saw a 4.2 per cent YoY growth in value-added output in the first four months of 2025. However, overall sector revenue declined 0.5 per cent. Textile exports rose by 1.1 per cent YoY to $90.5 billion. Major retailers experienced a 5.9 per cent sales increase. Companies are investing in R&D and innovation to stay competitive.
Exports of textiles and garments amounted to $90.5 billion during this period, showing a modest rise of 1.1 per cent YoY.
Most textile companies are increasing their investments in research and development. These enterprises are focusing on innovating new materials and striving to position themselves higher in the international supply chain to maintain their competitive edge. Industry experts believe that despite global volatility and domestic challenges, the textile industry remains a crucial economic pillar with significant scale and employment, as per Chinese media reports.
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