Exports of non-textile products increased by 2.38% to $9.89 billion in the first eight months of FY25, compared to $9.66 billion in the same period last year, driven primarily by demand for value-added goods, according to data from the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics.
Several value-added sectors contributed to the overall growth, with engineering products, footwear, and leather goods showing notable increases. Engineering goods exports rose by 19.05%, with demand increasing for electric fans, industrial machinery, transport equipment, and rubber tyres. Cement exports also saw positive growth, with a 38.05% increase in volume and a 26.95% rise in value. Meanwhile, footwear exports grew 15.48%, led by leather footwear (14.94%), canvas footwear (15.20%), and other footwear (17.58%). Leather goods exports expanded 6.69%, primarily due to an 18.29% rise in leather gloves, although leather garments experienced a 5.30% decline.
Despite these gains, some sectors faced challenges. Carpet and rug exports dropped 7.12%, while sports goods exports declined 1.05%, driven by a 6.55% decrease in football exports. The export of gur products saw a significant drop of 34.88%, while molasses exports declined 6.87%, furniture 17.22%, and gems 24.75%.
However, certain categories recorded substantial growth. Jewelry exports surged 66.86%, while handicraft exports increased 52.92%. Petroleum crude exports doubled, registering 100% growth, and petroleum product exports rose 77.30%. Additionally, raw food exports climbed 4.17%, reaching $5.17 billion in 8MFY25, up from $4.96 billion in the corresponding period last year.
The overall performance of non-textile exports reflects steady demand for value-added goods, while fluctuations in key industries highlight areas of opportunity and challenges in the global market.
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