Bangladesh’s garment exports to the United States have declined by 8.53 percent compared with the same period in 2025, reflecting a combination of falling unit prices and reduced shipment volumes, industry data shows.
The drop was driven by a 2.47 percent decrease in average unit prices and a 6.21 percent contraction in export volumes, signalling both weaker demand and pricing pressure in one of Bangladesh’s key market.
Despite the decline, industry insiders say shifting global dynamics—particularly a significant reduction in exports from China—could create new opportunities for Bangladesh if it can address longstanding competitiveness challenges.
These include improving price competitiveness, reducing lead times, and diversifying product offerings to meet changing buyer preferences in the United States market.
Mohiuddin Rubel, former director of the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association and additional managing director of Denim Expert Ltd, said the current situation presents both risks and strategic opportunities.
“While this indicates short-term challenges, it is also a critical moment for Bangladesh to reposition itself in the global apparel market,” he said.
Rubel stressed that to remain competitive, Bangladesh must focus more on value addition, innovation and compliance with international standards.
Industry analysts believe that by capitalising on China’s declining market share, improving production efficiency and moving into higher-value products, Bangladesh could stabilise its exports to the US in the coming months and return to a growth trajectory.