Product Code: ETC023640 | Publication Date: Aug 2023 | Updated Date: Feb 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 70 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 5 | |
United Arab Emirates (UAE) Fabrics market currently, in 2023, has witnessed an HHI of 1544, Which has decreased slightly as compared to the HHI of 1580 in 2017. The market is moving towards moderately competitive. Herfindahl index measures the competitiveness of exporting countries. The range lies from 0 to 10000, where a lower index number represents a larger number of players or exporting countries in the market while a large index number means fewer numbers of players or countries exporting in the market.
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) fabrics market experienced steady growth between 2025 and 2031. The market encompasses various types of fabrics, including natural, synthetic, and blended fabrics, catering to industries such as fashion, apparel, home textiles, and industrial applications. The UAE fabrics market is driven by several factors, despite facing some challenges during this period.
The UAE has been witnessing significant urbanization, leading to an increase in residential and commercial construction. This has driven the demand for fabrics in the home textiles and interior design sectors. Further, the UAE is known for its vibrant fashion and luxury apparel market. The rise in disposable incomes and the presence of high-profile events like Dubai Fashion Week have bolstered the demand for fabrics from designers and garment manufacturers. Moreover, the UAE is a popular tourist destination, attracting millions of visitors each year. The hospitality sector`s growth, coupled with an increase in the number of luxury hotels and resorts, has driven the demand for high-quality fabrics for furnishings and interiors.
The UAE economy heavily relies on oil revenue, and fluctuations in oil prices can impact consumer spending and overall market growth. Further, the UAE fabrics market faces competition from low-cost fabric suppliers in other regions, affecting profit margins and market share for local manufacturers.
The COVID-19 pandemic had a significant impact on the UAE fabrics market. During the initial outbreak in 2025, lockdowns and restrictions on movement led to a decline in retail sales and consumer spending, affecting the fashion and apparel sectors. Additionally, disruptions in supply chains and logistics caused delays in raw material procurement and production. However, as the situation improved and restrictions were lifted, the market gradually recovered, with increased demand for face masks and other protective fabrics. The e-commerce sector also witnessed growth during the pandemic, as consumers turned to online shopping for fabrics and apparel.
The UAE fabrics market is highly competitive and comprises both domestic and international players. Some of the key players include Jindal Worldwide Limited, Paramount Textile Group, Al Ghurair Group, Al Khayyat Investments, Raymonds Group and Saeed Bin Masoud International LLC.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Fabrics Market Overview |
3.1 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Fabrics Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Fabrics Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Fabrics Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Fabrics Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Types, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Fabrics Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
4 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Fabrics Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Fabrics Market Trends |
6 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Fabrics Market, By Types |
6.1 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Fabrics Market, By Types |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Fabrics Market Revenues & Volume, By Types, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Fabrics Market Revenues & Volume, By Manmade And Special Fiber Fabrics, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Fabrics Market Revenues & Volume, By Knitted Fabrics, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Fabrics Market Revenues & Volume, By Cotton, 2021-2031F |
6.1.6 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Fabrics Market Revenues & Volume, By Non-Cotton, 2021-2031F |
6.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Fabrics Market, By Distribution Channel |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Fabrics Market Revenues & Volume, By Direct, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Fabrics Market Revenues & Volume, By Indirect, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Fabrics Market Revenues & Volume, By Hypermarket/Supermarket, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Fabrics Market Revenues & Volume, By Specialty Stores, 2021-2031F |
6.2.6 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Fabrics Market Revenues & Volume, By Online Store, 2021-2031F |
7 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Fabrics Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Fabrics Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Fabrics Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Fabrics Market Key Performance Indicators |
9 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Fabrics Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Fabrics Market Opportunity Assessment, By Types, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Fabrics Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
10 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Fabrics Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Fabrics Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Fabrics Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |