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Socks - Italy

Italy
  • in Italy, a country known for its fashion industry, is also a significant player in the Socks market.
  • In 2024, the revenue in this segment amounts to US$369.90m.
  • Looking ahead, the market is projected to grow annually by 0.61%, as a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2029.
  • When comparing the global market, China leads the way with a substantial revenue of US$3bn in 2024.
  • This highlights China's dominance in the industry.
  • In terms of per capita figures, each individual in Italy generates revenues of US$6.30 in 2024.
  • This indicates the significance of the Socks market and its contribution to the overall economy.
  • Moving forward, the volume in the Socks market is expected to reach 93.2m pieces units by 2029, showcasing a steady growth trajectory.
  • In 2025.0 alone, a volume growth of -0.1% is projected, signifying the market's resilience and potential for expansion.
  • On average, each person in Italy is expected to purchase 1.6pieces units in the Socks market in 2024.
  • This reflects the demand for socks and the market's ability to cater to consumers' needs.
  • Italian sock manufacturers are renowned for their high-quality craftsmanship and intricate designs, making Italy a global hub for luxury sock brands.

Definition:

The Socks market encompasses hosiery for men that covers the foot and, at times, the leg up to the knee.

Additional Information:

The market comprises revenue and average revenue per capita, volume and average volume per capita, price per unit, sustainable apparel share, and sales channels. Online channel distribution refers to the purchase of physical goods in online retail. In other words, the purchase is concluded via the internet – on a desktop PC, tablet, or smartphone. The offline distribution channel covers all purchases in stationary stores made via telesales or mail orders (e.g., print catalogs).

In-Scope

  • Socks

Out-Of-Scope

  • Women's stockings
  • Tights

Revenue

Notes: Data was converted from local currencies using average exchange rates of the respective year.

Most recent update: Sep 2024

Source: Statista Market Insights

Most recent update: Sep 2024

Source: Statista Market Insights

Most recent update: Mar 2024

Sources: Statista Market Insights, Annual reports of key players, Desk research, Statista Consumer Insights Global

Volume

Most recent update: Sep 2024

Source: Statista Market Insights

Most recent update: Sep 2024

Source: Statista Market Insights

Price

Most recent update: Sep 2024

Source: Statista Market Insights

Key Players

Most recent update: Mar 2024

Source: Statista Market Insights

Sales Channels

Most recent update: Mar 2024

Source: Statista Market Insights

Global Comparison

Most recent update: Sep 2024

Source: Statista Market Insights

Methodology

Data coverage:

Data encompasses B2C enterprises. Figures are based on the consumer spending on clothing which comprises women, men, and children segments that are produced for private end customers for both offline retail (department stores, traditional specialist shops) and online retail (e-commerce, ordering by catalog).

Modeling approach / Market size:

Market sizes are determined by a combined Top-Down and Bottom-Up approach, based on a specific rationale for each market segment. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use resources from the Statista platform, national statistics, industry research, market data from independent databases and third-party sources, historical developments, current trends, reported performance indicators from the key market players, and Statista interviews with market experts. Next we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations such as GDP, consumer spending, consumer price index and population. This data helps us to estimate the market size for each country individually.

Forecasts:

In our forecasts, we apply diverse forecasting techniques. The selection of forecasting techniques is based on the behavior of the particular market. For example, the exponential trend smoothing illustrates suited forecasting for the Apparel market with projected steady growth. The main drivers are GDP per capita and consumer spending per capita.

Additional Notes :

The market is updated twice per year in case market dynamics change. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war are considered at a country-specific level.

Key Market Indicators

Notes: Based on data from IMF, World Bank, UN and Eurostat

Most recent update: Sep 2024

Source: Statista Market Insights

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