Pakistan’s textile exports down 22.6% month-on-month in June despite yearly gains

Pakistan’s textile exports decreased dramatically in June, 2026, down 22.63 per cent compared to the previous month, government statistics showed.

Textile exports were registered at $1.282 billion in June compared to $1.657 billion in May 2026, suggesting poorer monthly export performance, sources added.

Year-on-year, shipments also fell from $1.522 billion in June 2025 to $1.282 billion in June this year.

On a yearly basis, Pakistan’s textile sector registered a small growth in exports throughout the full fiscal year, despite the monthly slowdown.

The results showed textile exports for FY2025-26 were at $17.97 billion as against $17.91 billion in FY2024-25, up 0.34 per cent on an annual basis.

Textile sector remains the largest export sector and a vital source of foreign exchange for Pakistan. Industry stakeholders have frequently highlighted that reliable energy sources, low production prices and favourable global demand are key to maintaining export growth.

“Monthly export figures may change depending on shipment dates, foreign demand and shifting commodity costs, analysts added. They said the June drop could dent performance in the near term but the industry nevertheless managed to post modest annual growth in the fiscal year.

The recent data comes as Pakistan is trying to grow its export base and improve external sector stability through increasing value-added exports and increasing access to international markets.