European textile and clothing industry struggles

摘要

Europe's textile and clothing industry suffered in 2014 as early promise failed to be sustained for the rest of the year, according to the latest figures from Euratex - the European Apparel and Textile Confederation. Overall, 2014 was as an unprofitable year, especially for businesses and jobs. In 2014, the economic recovery was still elusive, although confidence in the domestic market was slowly returning and consumption picked up gradually.