Pakistan’s textile exports grew by 6.19% in the first quarter of FY2025-26, reaching $4.8 billion. This increase was recorded for the period from July to September 2025, compared to $4.52 billion during the same quarter last year, according to sources.
Monthly exports also showed improvement, with September posting a 3.27% increase over August. Textile exports for September 2025 stood at $1.58 billion, up from $1.53 billion in August. The monthly gain reflects modest but steady growth in Pakistan’s top export sector.
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However, year-on-year data for September showed a slight decline. Exports in September 2025 were over 2% lower compared to September 2024, when exports reached $1.61 billion. This suggests that while the quarterly trend is positive, external challenges or base effects may have affected yearly performance.
Long-term comparisons show mixed trends. In September 2023, textile exports were $1.36 billion, lower than the same month in 2025. But in September 2022, they reached $1.53 billion, while in 2021, the figure was $1.49 billion. This points to a fluctuating pattern in the sector over the past few years.
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Despite challenges, the textile sector remains a strong contributor to Pakistan’s economy. Industry experts suggest that policy support, improved energy access, and stable currency rates are helping the sector grow. Continued focus on global demand and competitiveness will be key to sustaining this upward trend.