Industry Sector Analysis Canada: Women's Apparel

摘要

The analysis covers women's/girls' apparel. It does not include swimwear,lingerie, foundation garments, or sleepwear. The Canadian market for women's apparel grew from US$4,398 million in 1989 to US$4,707 million in 1990 and an estimated US$4,458 million in 1991. Indications are that the estimated annual average real growth during the next 3 years, 1992-1994 will be -1 to 1% in real terms. This demand stagnation is attributed to slower economic growth in both the United States and Canada, unfavorable demographic trends high unemployment, and reduced discretionary spending.