# Turkish textile and ready-to-wear industry trends

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/turkish-textile-and-ready-to-wear-industry-trends
> Updated: 2026-08-24T01:00:00.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

The Turkish textile and ready-to-wear sector has experienced contrasting developments across different regions and business models. In July, export hubs in Bursa and Mersin reported significant activity. Mersin saw a 163 percent year-on-year increase in ready-to-wear exports, reaching $50.1 million, while Bursa reported July exports of $91 million, led by women’s outerwear.

However, wholesale hubs such as Laleli, Merter, and Osmanbey have faced a severe economic downturn. Industry representatives reported that revenues in these districts have plummeted by 70 percent from a peak of $16 billion. This decline is attributed to rising domestic production costs, which have created a “40 percent price gap” compared to competitors, as well as reduced purchasing power in key markets due to the Russia-Ukraine war and shifting consumer interest toward China.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-24: Turkey textile hubs face revenue collapse amid rising costs

Turkey's textile hubs Laleli, Merter, and Osmanbey report a 70% revenue drop due to rising production costs and the Russia-Ukraine war.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/turkey-textile-hubs-face-revenue-collapse-amid-rising-costs

### 2026-08-10: Turkish textile exports rise in Bursa and Mersin

Turkish textile hubs Bursa and Mersin reported strong July export figures, with Bursa seeing $91 million in exports led by women's outerwear and Mersin achieving a 163% year-on-year growth.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/turkish-textile-exports-rise-in-bursa-and-mersin

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